1
as in pause
a momentary halt in an activity
let's all take a breath before continuing this discussion
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2
as in breeze
a slight or gentle movement of air
a sweet breath caressed her cheek as she sat in the garden
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3
as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
the mornings are already getting warmer, and there is a breath of spring in the air
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Recent Examples of breath
For some, this could feel like a breath of fresh air — giving us the courage to let go of what's no longer serving us.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
In the meantime, millions of married student loan borrowers will be holding their breath.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Anyone who spends the night wakes up to him smelling their breath in the middle of the night.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
Even by the standards of Trump’s second term, the saga that had played out over the past week left the world struggling to catch its breath.
—Time, 10 Apr. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
In the meantime, millions of married student loan borrowers will be holding their breath.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Anyone who spends the night wakes up to him smelling their breath in the middle of the night.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
Even by the standards of Trump’s second term, the saga that had played out over the past week left the world struggling to catch its breath.
—Time, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breath
Noun
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This marks the end of a yearslong pause that began at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
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Schedule pauses, reflection time or even walks to reset your mind.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Another can't-miss find: The Short-sleeve Pose Mock Neck makes layering a breeze and pairs with everything from jeans to midi skirts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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Think soft-close lids, built-in charcoal filters, and removable liners that make dumping kitchen scraps a breeze.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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California beach towns — like Ventura, Pismo Beach or Encinitas — tend to be outdoorsy and mellow with a hint of boho energy.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Be warned: This article includes hints and comments that may contain spoilers for today’s puzzle.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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There may be long lulls between meteors, so try to be patient between visible bursts of activity.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The brief lull of semi-normality presented in Episode 1 has been shattered.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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When The Void persona emerges, all hell and darkness break loose as this sinister silhouette is able to disintegrate anything into a shadowy puff simply by raising his hand.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Remember to puff puff pass and enjoy celebrating cannabis culture in style!—
Emily Earlenbaugh,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The coach listens not just for answers, but for glimmers—early signals of ideas that could be shaped into something bigger.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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However, the glimmers of optimism surrounding the tariffs did not last.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Travelers will need to show documents with the following in order to get a REAL ID-compliant license or ID, per DHS: Need a break?—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Exposure to natural light and fresh air can help regulate your sleep cycle and give your mind a break from screens or daily stressors.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
23 Apr. 2025
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However, senior Danielle Sievers stuck her full-twisting double tuck in the leadoff spot without a flicker for a 9.865.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Viewers are given a flicker of hope at the end of the season when Staten appears at Gracie’s bar, but he’s gone before Quinn can reach him.—
Francesca Gariano,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Breath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breath. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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