Heaving

"Heaving" is appropriate enough to coals and to sighs, but "panting" _belongs_ to successful lovers and spirited horses; and why should Mr.S. 's horse and horseman not have panted as heretofore?

The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 2 George Gordon Byron Byron 1806

Heaving mightily, the men hauled the ships together.

GuildWars Edge of Destiny J. Robert King 2011

“Milky Mounds”, “Heaving Manhood” … cringe worthy and completely outdated euphemisms.

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"Inside, it's about finding someone who loves you completely just the way you are, even in your puppy-dog jammies," says romance blogger Sarah Wendell, co-author of Beyond Heaving Bosoms: The Smart Bitches' Guide to Romance Novels.

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Heaving mightily, the men hauled the ships together.

GuildWars Edge of Destiny J. Robert King 2011

Heaving another sigh, Noelle followed after Ivy and Goran trailed her, his head swiveling slowly from right to left as if it were on a timer.

Ominous Kate Brian 2011

Let's get to it, Heaving up his chain saw again, Bruce started down the slight descent toward the immovable shepherd, looking just a bit more pleased than perhaps he should about the task in front of him.

The Favor Ingrid K. V. Hardy 2011

Heaving a sigh of relief that Braise and Sam are safely home with their loving families.

creve - French Word-A-Day 2009

Heaving, Paula Abdul leaves the panel before judgment is issued.

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Heaving mightily, the men hauled the ships together.

GuildWars Edge of Destiny J. Robert King 2011