puffed out
The phrase "puffed out" can describe both a physical state of being swollen or expanded and a condition of heavy breathing due to exertion.
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Definition
B2Physical Condition
(colloquial)Breathing heavily due to physical exertion.
Example
- After climbing the stairs, he was completely puffed out.
B2Appearance
(general)Swollen or expanded, often due to being filled with air or gas.
Example
- The balloon puffed out as more air was added.
- Her cheeks puffed out when she blew into the balloon.
B2Behavior
(informal)Displaying pride or self-importance by expanding the chest.
Example
- He puffed out his chest with pride after receiving the award.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "puffed out":
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