breathing
US /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ/
UK /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ/

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respiration
the process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs
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Her breathing became shallow and rapid.
Sa respiration devint superficielle et rapide.
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Deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress.
Les exercices de respiration profonde peuvent aider à réduire le stress.
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respirant
the action of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs
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He was breathing heavily after the run.
Il respirait difficilement après la course.
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The doctor checked her breathing.
Le médecin a vérifié sa respiration.