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as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell
the ambrosial air of a greenhouse filled with orchids
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2
as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a platter heaped with exotic and ambrosial tropical fruits
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Adjective
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This lavender version relieves muscle tension, soothes aches and softens skin while relaxing your mind in fragrant floral steam.—
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Travelers can get lost in its many museums and bustling souks, or bazaars, and try local specialties like fragrant kabsa or sweet, crunchy knafeh.—
Mo Noubani,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Aug. 2025
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In the video, a school bus gets stuck in a pothole and JJ and his friends transform into superheroes after eating some delicious fruity muffins.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
8 Aug. 2025
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For oceanfront views and delicious seafood, Waterman’s Surfside Grille on the south end of the Boardwalk is a go-to, famous for its breezy patio and signature Orange Crush.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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There is anecdotal evidence that some pests are repelled by shredded cedar bark because of the aromatic oils in cedar.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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Perfumer Céline Barel, for example, created a new, more aromatic version of the amber accord for the Aesop Above Us, Steorra fragrance.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
13 Aug. 2025
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The right tools — think scented candles and diffusers, plush bath robes and calming music — engage the senses and encourage intentional downtime.—
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Try to avoid secondhand smoke, scented candles, cleaning products with harsh chemicals, and outdoor air pollution when possible.16 Gargle with salt water: This can soothe a sore or irritated throat and help clear mucus.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
27 July 2025
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“Ambrosial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambrosial. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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