mouth-to-mouth

British

adjective

designating a method of artificial respiration involving blowing air rhythmically into the mouth of a person who has stopped breathing, to stimulate return of spontaneous breathing

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mouth-to-mouth

Jim tried to give her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, Pauline said.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

He tried to revive Breeze by giving her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when her body was brought outside, but it was too late.

From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026

They defined kissing as non-aggressive, mouth-to-mouth contact that does not involve food transfer.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 21, 2025

She had blood on her mouth, possibly from giving him mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 30, 2024

Some will suggest mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while others will strive to recall episodes of medical television dramas that may or may not be relevant to your case.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

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