She took a deep, calming breath but said not a word.

He took a deep, calming breath, then continued on through the trees.

She took a calming breath and decided to try the obvious approach.

She took a deep, calming breath and let it out slowly.

He ran a hand through his hair, took a deep, calming breath.

Then, after a calming breath, she turned to face the door.

I should eat something, he thought, taking a long, calming breath.

But she took a calming breath and asked, What are you thinking?

She took a deep, calming breath, and closed her eyes.

She tried to take a calming breath, but it was hard going.