quick breath

Examples (10)

• He took a quick breath in surprise when he saw the figure in the shadows.
• Before her speech, she steadied herself with a quick breath.
• The cold air made him draw a quick, sharp breath.
• Her answer came in a rush, after a single quick breath.
• After the intense workout, he was only capable of short, quick breaths.
• She let out a quick breath of relief when she found her lost keys.
• The diver must take a quick breath before going under again.
• A quick breath was her only reaction to the shocking news.
• He winced, sucking in a quick breath as the doctor cleaned the wound.
• With every creak of the door, she would take another quick breath.