breathe
Pronunciation: [briːð]
Word
Context: “health”
(verb) to take air in and push air out of your lungs. It is something we do every moment to stay alive, like when we inhale fresh air and exhale stale air.
Example
When I go for a walk, I breathe deeply and feel calm.
Example
He couldn't breathe well because the room was too stuffy.
Example
Do you remember to breathe while you're running?
Context: “emotion”
(verb) to relax and let go of stress by focusing on breathing. This is what people do when they want to feel better and calm down, like when practicing mindfulness.
Example
She took a moment to breathe and clear her mind before the big test.
Example
In the middle of the chaos, he forgot to breathe and started to panic.
Example
How do you feel when you take the time to breathe slowly?
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