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Idiom: In The Same Breath

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inthesamebreath

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Said or done almost simultaneously, in one sequence.

Said of two things that cannot be true simultaneously.

Example Sentences

1
He praised her work, but in the same breath criticized her for being too analytical.
2
She claimed to be honest, yet in the same breath told a white lie.
3
He complimented his friend's achievements, but in the same breath mentioned his mistakes.
4
She asked for help, but in the same breath refused to listen to any advice.
5
He boasted about his success, but in the same breath acknowledged his luck.

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