“Catch your breath”

Definition

To rest until you can breathe normally again.

Examples

Examples

“Let’s stop for a minute and catch our breath.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Catch your breath" mean?
"Catch your breath" means to rest until you can breathe normally again..
How do you use "Catch your breath" in a sentence?
Example: "Let’s stop for a minute and catch our breath."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Catch your breath"?
Перевести дух. / Շունչ քաշել կամ մի փոքր հանգստանալ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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