Huff and puff
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Exertion
Use when someone's breathing hard from activities like running or climbing.
She was huffing and puffing after the sprint.
Pro Tip 2/2Emotional Intensity
The phrase can also convey frustration or fatigue feelings from the effort.
He huffed and puffed as he shoveled the heavy snow.
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