a single breath; often used to symbolize a person's life or vitality

To relax one's tension or to heave a sigh of relief after a period of stress or effort.

to feel relief after a period of tension or hard work; to relax after a stressful situation

To work hard to excel or win honor; to try to save face or bring credit to oneself or one's group.

to try to find out someone's opinions, intentions, or views through indirect questioning or casual conversation

To let out a sigh, often expressing tiredness, frustration, or relief.

To act out of a desire to prove one's worth or to save face rather than for material gain; determined to succeed or have one's revenge in order to restore one's dignity.

To breathe out deeply as a way of releasing tension or expressing relief

to inhale suddenly due to shock, surprise, or dismay

To vent one's anger or resentment; to get one's revenge or score off someone else.

one breath; the air taken in during a single inhalation