huffing

/ ˈhʌfɪŋ /

noun

1. slang,  the practice of inhaling toxic fumes from glue and other household products for their intoxicating effects

Other Word Forms

• huffer noun

Example Sentences

But, in truth, they were huffing and puffing before that moment of madness made life even more difficult.

From BBC

“It feels like half the week is gone lining up for cash,” he said, huffing once more as he pushed through the crowds out of the ATM hall.

From Los Angeles Times

With mighty Yankee Aaron Judge huffing and puffing at the plate, a lone insistent chant emerged from a Dodger fan lurking in the shadows.

From Los Angeles Times

A grunting Cruise batters a goon while huffing, “You spend! Too much time! On the internet!”

From Los Angeles Times

It’s not unusual to see participants sweating and huffing, their limbs trembling, at the end of a set.

From Los Angeles Times