Answer: puffing

AnswerCrossword Clue
PUFFINGOut of breath
puffingMove through the air in short bursts
puffingBlow (dust, smoke, or a light object) in a specified direction with a quick breath or blast of air
puffingCause to swell or become swollen
puffingSmoke a pipe, cigarette, or cigar
puffing(of a person, engine, etc.) Move with short, noisy breaths or bursts of air or steam
puffingBreathe in repeated short gasps
puffingthe action of puffing
puffingAdvertise with exaggerated or false praise
puffingCause to become conceited