bad breath

noun

: breath that smells unpleasant
He has bad breath.

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This water flosser has also been accepted by the ADA, meaning it was tested and deemed safe and effective for removing plaque and reducing gingivitis (bye-bye, bad breath). Alexis Berger, SELF, 23 June 2025 Common side effects include unpleasant taste, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhea, headache, and foul-smelling sweat. Ashley Wong, Health, 28 May 2025 There is also the possibility of, bingo, changes in taste, bad breath, mouth and tongue sores, gum problems and tooth decay. Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025 Excessive amounts of protein can also lead to constipation, headaches, and bad breath, per the Mayo Clinic. Sarah Klein, Time, 19 May 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 5 Jul. 2025.

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