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huffing

British  
/ ˈhʌfɪŋ /

noun

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

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Other Word Forms

  • huffer noun

Example Sentences

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The movie is fueled by pure star power and you can’t fault Oscar voters for huffing its fumes.

From Los Angeles Times

The care support worker showed them the scene through his camera with Edwards "huffing and puffing" on the other end of the phone while getting into position following a five-minute uphill bike push.

From BBC

Inevitably, amid the weekly huffing and puffing, you share stories and life updates with a trainer, who oftentimes becomes a friend.

From Los Angeles Times

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