breath vs breathing space

breath

noun
  • A rest or pause. 

  • A single act of breathing in or out; a breathing of air. 

  • The act or process of breathing. 

  • Air expelled from the lungs. 

  • A small amount of something, such as wind, or common sense. 

adj
  • voiceless, surd; contrasting with voice (breath sounds, voice sounds) 

breathing space

noun
  • A rest, pause, or respite. 

  • Enough distance so that one can feel unfettered. 

  • Sufficient space or a span of time in which to recover one's breath. 

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