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breathing spell

breathing space

noun
1.
Also called breathing spell. an opportunity to rest or think.
2.
sufficient space in which to move, work, etc.: The train was so crowded that there was hardly breathing space.

Origin:
1640–50
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Breathing spell is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
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breathing spell

noun
a short respite [syn: breath
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