gasp
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/ɡæsp/
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/ɡɑːsp/
To take a quick, deep breath because you are surprised or hurt.
She let out a gasp when she saw the surprise.
当她看到惊喜时,她倒吸了一口气。
To breathe or speak with difficulty.
He could only gasp for air after running.
跑步后,他只能喘着气呼吸。
To want something very much, like a drink or cigarette.
After the long hike, he was gasping for water.
长途徒步后,他非常渴望喝水。
A quick, deep breath caused by strong feelings.
A loud gasp was heard when the lights went out.
灯熄灭时,听到了一声响亮的倒吸气声。