get out of breath

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Because I'm getting a bit old I have a tendency to get out of breath. (BNC)

I'm happy if I can go up several flights of stairs and not get out of breath. (BNC)

Oh, you may notice that you get out of breath when you have been running or that you hold your breath when frightened. (BNC)

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