breath

Definition

Examples

Take a deep breath and relax before you start the presentation.

Synonyms

• respirationthe metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs
• inhalationthe act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing

Collocations

• Easy take a deep breath slowly
  to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a deep breath slowly
• Medium catch one's breath after running
  to catch one's breath after running, meaning to discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
• Hard bring a breath of fresh air
  to cause or carry to a place or result regarding a breath of fresh air
• Very Hard save one's breath because it is futile
  to preserve, keep, or set aside regarding one's breath because it is futile