wind
/wɪnd/
verb
- To cause someone to have difficulty breathing, usually by a hit or shock.
- The punch to his stomach winded him for a moment.
- The cold water winded the swimmer as he jumped in.
- Falling off the bike winded her, but she was not hurt.
- To make someone unable to breathe easily by running or exertion.
- The long hike winded the group, and they needed a break.
- Climbing the steep hill winded the dog quickly.
- Playing tag in the park winded the children, but they kept laughing.
noun
- Moving air, especially a natural current of air outside.
- A gentle wind came through the open window, cooling the room.
- The strong wind blew the leaves across the yard.
- Sailors rely on the wind to move their boats across the water.
- The ability to breathe normally, especially during physical activity.
- He took a deep breath to get his wind back before continuing the race.
- After running up the stairs, I had to stop and catch my wind.
- The singer lost her wind halfway through the song.
- Gas in the stomach or intestines that causes discomfort.
- The baby had wind and needed to be burped.
- Eating beans can give you wind and make you feel bloated.
- Some foods are known to cause wind and indigestion.
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