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Baited Breath

Description:

Baited breath refers to a state of excited anticipation or anxiety, where one holds their breath while waiting for a particular event or outcome. The term "baited" in this phrase originates from the verb "to bait," meaning to entice or tempt. This expression suggests that one is so eagerly awaiting something that it feels as though they have taken a bait and are holding their breath in suspense.

Sample sentences:

• She waited for the results of her exam with bated breath, hoping to achieve a high score.
• The audience watched the magician's final trick with bated breath, wondering how he would make the assistant disappear.
• As she walked down the aisle, the bride's father held his breath with bated breath, overcome with emotion.

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