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as in smell
the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
the ripe aroma of a sweatshirt that's in dire need of laundering
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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
the aroma of wealth and privilege that pervades the manicured confines of the country club
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Recent Examples of aroma
Le Monde Gourmand's warm yet spicy scent, with hints of nutmeg, sandalwood and musk, is the perfect aroma for sweater weather.
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Staff Author, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
The original Myslf aroma boasts floral elements with woody undertones, a combination that evoked strong childhood memories for Butler.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
The strong aroma of abusive conduct in the Comey case might incline the judge, Michael Nachmanoff, to adopt a more skeptical approach to the charges.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
For those who can already hear the whispers of falling leaves and detect the faint aroma of pumpkin spice, keep scrolling to shop our favorite finds from the launch.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025
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Staff Author, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
The original Myslf aroma boasts floral elements with woody undertones, a combination that evoked strong childhood memories for Butler.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
The strong aroma of abusive conduct in the Comey case might incline the judge, Michael Nachmanoff, to adopt a more skeptical approach to the charges.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
For those who can already hear the whispers of falling leaves and detect the faint aroma of pumpkin spice, keep scrolling to shop our favorite finds from the launch.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for aroma
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aroma
Noun
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Gently shake the bag to distribute the scent over all the mix.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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One of the most challenging aspects of dealing with these beetles is that the feeding pests cause the affected plant to produce a volatile aromatic scent, which quickly attracts other beetles to the feast.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Every Thursday, there is a melting pot of smells wafting to and fro from downtown Nashville as food trucks line Deaderick Street to feed hungry Nashvillians.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Oct. 2025
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That's why deep cleaning your fridge once a month is in your best interest to reduce funky smells and keep the area sanitized.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
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Brad was firmly outside the mansion’s mysterious aura of cool during that now 50-year-old scene, so Bostwick just hangs out with other fans if he gets lost.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
1 Oct. 2025
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But Picardo developed a comprehensive strategy and mission statement to attract more consumers and brand partners, while maintaining Holts’ luxury aura and reinforcing its social values.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While prolonged exposure to Castile soap (think jobs that require your hands to be submerged in Castile soap formulas for an extended period of time) can cause skin irritation and dryness, the gentle, fragrance-free formula typically doesn’t cause irritation when used properly.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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From universally flattering makeup picks and designer fragrances to skincare staples, multi-use hair tools and indulgent self-care treats, these crowd-pleasing gifts are a great choice for any beauty lover.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The vortex is a gigantic, circular area of cold air high up in the atmosphere that typically spins over the North Pole (as its name suggests).—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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That distinction likely reflects shifts in Mars' climate and atmosphere as Jezero Crater filled with sediment, the researcher said.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Autos Are an Economic Anchor China’s bold move into electric vehicles began in 2009 as a top-down policy to compete with foreign automakers, cut air pollution and reduce oil imports.—
Rebecca A. Fannin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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This change limited the state's ability to secure federal funds for energy efficiency projects, address emissions of climate-warming air pollutants at a statewide level, or promote cleaner technologies that don't rely on fossil fuels.—
Joan Meiners,
AZCentral.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Owners Nicole and Ryan Esch procure one of Indy's more approachable tap lists despite pulling from a wide range of flavors.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
6 Oct. 2025
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Later, chugging string figures and portentous drones have the flavor of Danny Elfman and Hans Zimmer.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Aroma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aroma. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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