pant
/pænt/
noun
- A short, quick breath.
- The runner's pants were loud and fast as he neared the finish.
- He heard the dog's pants in the quiet room.
- She took a deep pant after the long sprint.
verb
- To breathe quickly and with short breaths, usually because of exercise or excitement.
- He could hear himself pant as he crossed the finish line.
- The dog began to pant heavily after chasing the ball in the park.
- After running up the stairs, she stopped to pant and catch her breath.
- To say something while breathing quickly and with difficulty.
- “I made it!” she panted, leaning against the wall.
- He panted out a warning about the fire before collapsing.
- “We need water,” they panted, exhausted from the hike.
- To long or yearn for something eagerly.
- The crowd panted for the performer to return to the stage.
- The fans panted for news of their favorite band's new album.
- She panted after the chance to study abroad.