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Gasped

Definition: The past tense and past participle form of the verb "gasp," which means to inhale sharply and audibly, typically as a result of shock, surprise, or difficulty in breathing.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To inhale sharply and audibly, usually due to a sudden shock or surprise.

Example sentence: She gasped when she saw the surprise party her friends had organized for her.

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Sense 2: To inhale sharply and audibly, often as a result of strenuous physical exertion or difficulty in breathing.

Example sentence: After running up the flight of stairs, he gasped for breath, unable to speak immediately.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A sudden sharp intake of breath, usually accompanied by a widening of the eyes and a momentarily open mouth, expressing shock or surprise.

Example sentence: His gasped expression indicated that he had just received unexpected news.

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