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take a deep breath take a deep breathTo pause for a moment to compose or calm oneself. Often used literally (as the act of exhaling is thought to promote calmness). I started to get stressed about my presentation, but then I took a deep breath and realized I was completely prepared. You're OK. Just take a deep breath and sit for a minute before you get up.See also: breath, deep, taketake a deep breath pause in order to gather your thoughts or calm yourself before taking important action. 2005 USA Today What does the small business do when the engine that drives its business backfires? There are several steps to take. First, take a deep breath and don't do anything sudden. See also: breath, deep, take |