Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hold, one's, breath. To keep air in one's lungs, pausing noticeably before exhaling after previously inhaling.

(idiomatic) Something relieving, refreshing, or new.

(of something said) Softly, so as not to be heard.

(idiomatic, chiefly imperative) To refrain from speech; to be quiet, especially where it would have no useful effect to speak.

to take a break, or rest while doing a strenuous activity, so that one's breathing becomes easier / to take in a breath sharply and hold it, usually in reaction to a sudden shock, or surprise

(transitive, idiomatic, informal) To devote one's time obsessively to.

(idiomatic) to be relieved; to feel relief.

(dated) Used to declare the truth of a statement with emphasis. / (dated) Used to express surprise at an experience one is witnessing.

plural of breath of fresh air

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of eat, breathe, and sleep