
Out of breath
Physical Exertion
Use after activities like running or climbing stairs to describe breathing difficulty.
She climbed the steps quickly and was out of breath at the top.
Emotional Intensity
Can describe strong emotions like excitement or shock that make you breathe faster.
He was out of breath when he received the surprising news.
Non-literal Use
Sometimes used metaphorically, not because of literal breathing problems.
The final twist in the movie left me out of breath.
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