breath vs suspiration

breath

noun
  • The act or process of breathing. 

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

  • Air expelled from the lungs. 

  • A rest or pause. 

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

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

suspiration

noun
  • The act of breathing, not necessarily for a sustained period (compare respiration, which is sustained). 

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