"catch-breath" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: catch-breaths [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} catch-breath (plural catch-breaths)
  1. (drama, singing) A pause to take a breath. Categories (topical): Drama, Singing Synonyms: catch breath
    Sense id: en-catch-breath-en-noun-UMaUTfVR Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: broadcasting, drama, dramaturgy, entertainment, film, lifestyle, media, television, theater

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