breathing spell

/ˌbriðɪŋ spɛl/
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Other forms: breathing spells

Definitions of breathing spell
  1. noun
    a short respite
    synonyms: breath, breather, breathing place, breathing space, breathing time
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    type of:
    relief, respite, rest, rest period
    a pause for relaxation
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