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What does breathing space mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word breathing space? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. Sufficient space or a span of time in which to recover one's breath.
  2. A rest, pause, or respite.
  3. Enough distance so that one can feel unfettered.
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A lot may be expected of Button, who needs to shape up or ship out, but the debutants should be gifted a bit more breathing space.
There was not even a breathing space between the songs, as one flowed after the other.
The making of French films during this period endeavoured to create breathing space for those who were forced to flee the reign of terror.
Hemmed in on all sides by low-rise buildings, the forecourt provides a breathing space for meeting, socializing and window shopping.
As a result, the music has plenty of breathing space for the phenomenal basslines to move around.
In the first half we played with great rhythm and intensity which gave us some breathing space in the second half.

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