Huffed

The past tense and past participle of the verb 'huff,' meaning to utter or exhale air audibly and forcefully, often expressing annoyance, impatience, or exertion. It can also describe the act of puffing up or swelling, or conveying a sense of indignation or displeasure through one's actions or demeanor. Often implies a suppressed frustration or an unwillingness to engage further. The sound made by the huff is typically a short, sharp expulsion of air. This indicates some level of emotional state, even if concealed.

Huffed meaning with examples

• After being told she couldn't have any more candy, the little girl huffed and stomped her foot, clearly unhappy with the decision. Her display of frustration was short lived, as she soon found a new distraction.
• The athlete huffed and puffed, his breath visible in the cold air as he crossed the finish line, exhausted but victorious. The effort that it took to win was obvious from his breathing.
• When his request was denied, the manager huffed, pushing away from his desk as if preparing to confront his superiors on his grievance. His anger was visible to all employees and colleagues.
• She huffed the breath of stale cigarettes at me before storming out the door, her disagreement clear despite her lack of words. It was obvious she wanted to walk away from any further argument.
• The balloon huffed slightly as air escaped the puncture, losing its shape and creating a smaller, and more sad, representation of the once grand inflated decoration, ready for a birthday.