Inhalation

Synonyms of inhalation

• inspiration
• suction
• breathing in

Antonyms of inhalation

• exhalation
• expiration
• exhaling

Collocations of inhalation

deep inhalation

Frequency: 70 %

Take a deep inhalation before exhaling slowly.

rapid inhalation

Frequency: 60 %

His rapid inhalation indicated his excitement.

slow inhalation

Frequency: 50 %

Practice slow inhalation to calm your nerves.

shallow inhalation

Frequency: 45 %

She took a shallow inhalation before diving underwater.

forceful inhalation

Frequency: 40 %

He took a forceful inhalation to fill his lungs with air.

Idiomatic Expressions for inhalation

• Phrase: Catch your breath
  Meaning: To pause and rest briefly after physical exertion, often to regulate breathing.
  Usage: After running up the stairs, he needed a moment to catch his breath.