take a puff

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To smoke part of a cigarette, pipe, etc.

puffVERB + puff (noun: on a cigarette/pipe)

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Examples (10)

  • He took a long puff at his cigar and blew out a cloud of smoke.
  • She sat by the window, taking a puff from her cigarette and watching the rain.
  • The old man paused to take a puff from his pipe before continuing his story.
  • After the strenuous climb, they all needed to take a puff to catch their breath.
  • He offered his friend a cigarette, encouraging him to take a puff.
  • The detective watched the suspect, who nervously took a puff of his e-cigarette.
  • It's a moment of quiet reflection when you take a puff and contemplate your next move.
  • She had to take a puff of her inhaler before she could speak clearly.
  • The character in the movie slowly took a puff from his pipe, exuding an air of wisdom.
  • Don't rush; take a puff and enjoy the moment of relaxation.