concept   breathing
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, breathing through the nose is the norm, and the use of breath fresheners is common for social desirability.
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1 bad breath United States Bad breath is considered socially undesirable and people use breath fresheners like mints and gum to mask it. 1
2 bad breath United States Bad breath is considered unpleasant and can be a source of embarrassment, so people often use breath mints or chew gum to freshen their breath. 1
3 bad breath United States Bad breath is considered rude and undesirable; people use mints, gum, and mouthwash to combat it. 1
4 breathe US It is important to take deep breaths for stress relief and relaxation. 1
5 breathing United States Breathing through the nose is the norm in most situations. 1