Synonyms for

Inhaling

Verb / ˌɪˈnheɪlɪŋ / Another word for inhaling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of breathing in air or other substances into the lungs.

Synonyms & similar words

inspire inhale exhale breathein respire inspire consume swallow ingest absorb imbibe sniff smell snuff snort gulp gasp puff scent whiff

Example sentences

  1. I am inhaling the aroma of freshly baked cookies.
  2. The doctor instructed me to inhale deeply and hold my breath for a few seconds.
  3. She was having trouble inhaling due to her asthma.
  4. The smoker was inhaling cigarette smoke.
  5. I love inhaling the salty sea air at the beach.

Quotes

  • Inhaling deeply again, I closed my eyes, trying to contain the emotions that were already threatening to spill over. - Nicholas Sparks
  • I have never smoked and have seen the consequences of smoking up close and personal. I understand that nicotine is very addictive. I understand that it's very hard to quit. But I also understand that it's even harder to quit if you're inhaling 60 burning cigarettes a day. - David Hockney
  • Inhaling fumes directly from gasoline containers is also dangerous, as it can lead to acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a severe lung injury that can be life-threatening. - Anonymous

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