Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hold-one's-breath
idiom
/hoʊld wʌnz brɛθ/
Definition
To stop breathing temporarily, usually because of surprise, fear, or anticipation.
Examples
- She held her breath as she waited for the results of the competition.
- When he was about to propose, he held his breath, hoping for the right moment.
- During the thrilling movie scene, everyone in the theater seemed to hold their breath.
Meaning
To hold one’s breath means to refrain from breathing, often in a moment of intense focus or excitement.
Synonyms
- stay silent
- pause
- wait silently
