Riddle

If you held me for too long, you would die. What am I?

Choose an answer

A.A grudge
B.Your temper
C.A secret
D.Breath
Hint: It's a word with 6 letters, starting with "B".

Answer

Breath

Why this is the answer

Holding your breath for an extended period deprives your body of oxygen, which would eventually be fatal.

This riddle is filed under "What Am I?" Riddles and rated Easy.