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panting

  • present participle of pant.

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It said heatstroke was a "silent killer" and signs included heavy panting, drooling, vomiting, or uncoordinated movement.

From BBC Jun. 21, 2026

His breathing was heavy and he was panting, she said.

From BBC Jun. 2, 2026

On certain climbs, I topped out panting and exhausted, then realized my bike was in its hardest gear.

From The Wall Street Journal May 21, 2026

They sit toe to toe on the gym floor, and Ilya offers a red-faced, panting Shane his water bottle.

From Salon Feb. 15, 2026

As we trotted off the pitch, sweaty and panting, Uncle Jack stood up and applauded.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo