Example Sentences

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California was gasping through its worst drought in 1,200 years — a drought so severe that it left America’s fruit basket withering on the vine.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2025

By the time paramedics arrived, Mr Atkinson was "gasping for air", according to Home Office pathologist Dr Jennifer Bolton, who said he was "profoundly unconscious" by the time he was helped downstairs.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2024

"She was gasping for air," Casiano testified on the witness stand.

From Salon • Aug. 8, 2023

“This was the first time I experienced what it is to be deprived of oxygen. I had the tingling sensation, my hands and feet were cold and I was gasping for breath,” he said.

From Washington Times • May 23, 2023

Gerald Black was gasping, “Are you hurt, Dr. Calvin?”

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov