took a deep breath
Ela respirou fundo e começou a contar sua situação.
She took a deep breath and began to explain her situation.
Tom respirou fundo.
Tom took a deep breath.
She took a deep breath.
Ele respirou fundo antes de entrar no escritório do patrão.
He took a deep breath before entering his boss's office.
Ele se levantou e respirou fundo.
He stood up and took a deep breath.