Jisho

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いきの 息を呑む
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Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'mu' ending
1. to have one's breath taken away; to gasp (in surprise, wonder, etc.); to have one's breath catch in one's throat; to gulp​
Other forms
息をのむ 【いきをのむ】、息を飲む 【いきをのむ】

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