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breathtaking

breath·ta·king

US/ˈbɹɛθˌteɪ.kɪŋ/ uncommon

adjective

1.

tending to cause suspension of regular breathing

  • “a breathless flight”
  • “breathtaking adventure”
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Origin

From breath + taking.

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