verb (present participle of 'puff') as in strong fondness

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calming down, deflating, pausing

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Example:After several deep breaths, she started to calm down and regain her composure.

Definition:The process of becoming more peaceful, quiet, or relaxed, the opposite of agitation or irritation.

From calming down

Example:The balloon was slowly deflating and will need to be filled with more air.

Definition:The action of losing air or gas, or becoming less inflated, the opposite of puffing up.

From deflating

Example:He paused, taking a deep breath before continuing the conversation.

Definition:Holding one's breath or ceasing to breathe for a moment, especially to think or reflect.

From pausing