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air hunger
noun
- deep, rapid, and labored breathing caused by an increased respiratory drive due to abnormally low blood oxygen levels, as in severe heart failure or asthma.
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In extreme cases, phenomena which have been aptly described as those of “air-hunger” ensue.
From Project Gutenberg
At times there may be exaggerated and deepened respiratory movements—the so-called air hunger.
From Project Gutenberg
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