bad breath

noun

: breath that smells unpleasant
He has bad breath.

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Both have bad breath and someone really should teach them to brush their teeth. Erika Sjule, New Yorker, 8 July 2025 Like humans, pets can have bad breath and face the risk of plaque buildup, gum disease and tartar, which can cause oral health issues and could result in the loss of teeth, or the costly professional removal of teeth. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 12 June 2025 For most, the cause of bad breath is gum disease or an accumulation of bad bacteria in the mouth. Betsy Andrews, Saveur, 17 July 2025 There are some telltale signs of a potential grain allergy, including vomiting, very bad breath, noticeable gas, foul-smelling or watery stool, grooming injuries or scabs, red or flaky skin, hair loss in patches, endless grooming, and excessive scratching and itching. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for bad breath

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“Bad breath.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bad%20breath. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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