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huffing,

forced expiration with an open glottis used to clear secretions from the airway when pain limits normal coughing.

huffing,

n the inhalation of common household products such as glue, solvents, hair spray, or gasoline to obtain a temporary euphoria. Specifically, huffing refers to soaking a rag, toilet paper, or sock in the household substance and inhaling. Long-term huffing may result in weight loss, disorientation, muscle weakness, irritability, depression, and even death.

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