1
as in pause
a momentary halt in an activity
let's all take a breath before continuing this discussion
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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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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
If all else fails, take a break and some long, deep breaths.
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
There’s some much welcome humor in these early scenes that bring a breath of fresh air after all the intensity that’s come before.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2024
However, with none of these three teams playing each other, Colorado still has a breath of life despite losing their third game last week.
—Tyler Small, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
But when compared to last year’s unreliable defense that failed to close out numerous close games, much less help accelerate blowouts, what the unit is doing this year is a breath of fresh air in Boulder.
—Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
There’s some much welcome humor in these early scenes that bring a breath of fresh air after all the intensity that’s come before.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2024
However, with none of these three teams playing each other, Colorado still has a breath of life despite losing their third game last week.
—Tyler Small, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
But when compared to last year’s unreliable defense that failed to close out numerous close games, much less help accelerate blowouts, what the unit is doing this year is a breath of fresh air in Boulder.
—Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breath
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For months now, 8 million borrowers enrolled in SAVE have been on pause, not being asked to make payments while the courts slowly decide whether the repayment plan is legal.Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 19 Nov. 2024
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But the return of Terry Silver and that horrible Sekai Taikai tragedy seemed to put any hope for romance on pause, at least for now.Nick Caruso, TVLine, 19 Nov. 2024
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This nifty gadget uses cutting-edge optical technology to create a 3D map of your veins, making needle insertion a breeze.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 9 Nov. 2024
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The new Bose Smart soundbar has A.I. Dialogue Mode that elevates the crispness of the speaker onscreen to fight this, offering clear, concise dialogue that's a breeze to hear in the mix.Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Farrow & Ball’s Skylight adds a subtle hint of color.Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 28 Nov. 2024
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Flavor Red velvet offers a nuanced, luxurious flavor profile that entails sweet notes of vanilla balanced by a pleasant tang from the buttermilk and vinegar, all rounded out with a muted hint of cocoa.Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024
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After a pandemic lull, the number of recalls across the country have been surging back to pre-2020 levels.Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 17 Nov. 2024
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A day earmarked for travel discounts can be a win for travelers and an opportunity for companies to bolster revenue during a period when there’s usually a lull in bookings, according to McKinsey.Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
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From the Curiosity rover’s perspective, clouds look ethereal and gauzy, like wispy puffs.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Kids might get hooked to new vapes that display animations with each puff.Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 30 Oct. 2024
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This year’s Singles’ Day shopping extravaganza exceeded expectations, potentially offering a glimmer of hope for the fashion industry.Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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His colors can be dazzling near neon-bright or subdued like the first glimmers of sunrise.Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 20 Nov. 2024
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Greater Cincinnati restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day 2024 Red Roost Tavern Open from 7-10 a.m. and 4-10 p.m. Need a break?Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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Is the McRib back:When the McDonald's sandwich's 'farewell tour' launches in Arizona Need a break?Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Each flicker of a bulb pays homage to the transformation that petroleum facilitates.Sahit Muja, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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North America's severe geomagnetic storm produces visible aurora Early in October, Americans from the northern U.S. and even as far south as Alabama had a chance to witness the striking rays, spirals and flickers of the northern lights.Janet Loehrke, USA TODAY, 18 Nov. 2024
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“Breath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breath. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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