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breathe

/brɛð/ verb · British & US
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What does breathe mean?

verb

To draw air into the lungs and expel it; to respire. To relax and calm down, often by taking slow, deep breaths.

Example

"She took a few deep breaths to calm her nerves before the exam."

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