Pant

usgb/pænt/
noun

A short, quick breath, often because of being tired.

After running all the way home, she was panting heavily.
Visual representation of "pant" - a short, quick breath, often because of being tired

Often appears as...

  • pant heavily
  • pant with exhaustion
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Physical Exertion

Use 'pant' to describe breathing after intense activity, like sports or running.

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He was panting as he finished the marathon.
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Emotional Stress

Panting can also indicate emotional stress, not just physical tiredness.

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Nervous about the exam, she started to pant.
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