sigh
verb (used without object)
to let out one's breath audibly, as from sorrow, weariness, or relief.
sighing
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present participleof sigh.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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But they couldn’t do that, one doctor said apologetically, sighing deeply.
From Salon ● May 27, 2026
Unfortunately for Pep Guardiola's side, City's defensive display will have had those same rivals sighing with relief.
From BBC ● Dec. 2, 2025
“I’ve been laid off before,” Dave told me, sighing as he acknowledged that periods of looking for work are part of having a career.
From Slate ● May 20, 2025
Throughout the hearing, Ohta repeatedly signaled skepticism about the case, often sighing at state prosecutors or rolling his eyes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2024
The fairy, though, just smiled, then climbed up May’s arm and into her hair, burying into it and sighing contentedly.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
