shortness of breath

noun phrase

: difficulty breathing

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Some patients need oxygen for shortness of breath, while others require narcotics for excruciating pain. — Literary Hub, 30 Oct. 2026 Stop and seek help if stair climbing causes chest pain, dizziness, or major shortness of breath. — Kristen Gasnick, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2026 At high altitudes, shortness of breath while resting, confusion, or difficulty walking a straight line are warning signs. — Andrés Henao, The Conversation, 27 Oct. 2026 According to the Cleveland Clinic, among the dangers of vaping are addiction to nicotine, asthma, cancer, lung scarring, coughing, shortness of breath and a dry/irritated mouth and throat. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shortness of breath

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shortness of breath

noun
: difficulty in drawing sufficient breath : labored breathing
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