exhale

word

Definition

To breathe out air from your lungs, usually after inhaling.

Usage & Nuances

Formal or medical word; commonly used in instructions for breathing exercises ('inhale, then exhale slowly'). Often paired with 'inhale' or 'breathe out'. Rare in casual speech.

Example Sentences

Take a deep breath and exhale slowly.

basic

You exhale carbon dioxide.

basic

She sighed and exhaled slowly, trying to relax.

natural

Don't forget to exhale when you're lifting heavy objects.

natural

He closed his eyes, exhaled, and let the tension go.

natural

Please exhale into this tube for the test.

basic