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as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell
the ambrosial air of a greenhouse filled with orchids
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as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a platter heaped with exotic and ambrosial tropical fruits
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Mary Anne Floris and James R.D. Bodenham lived at Ivy Lodge for over 50 years, from the late 1800s, and the property was renowned for its idyllic, sprawling gardens, filled with lavender and lined with fragrant herb gardens.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
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The nose reveals vibrant tropical fruits, lemon curd, fragrant almond blossom, and pink grapefruit pith.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
12 June 2025
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Willem Dafoe as Rat in Fantastic Mr. Fox Willem Dafoe has delicious fun voicing Rat, the sinister security guard who menaces Fox and his cohorts.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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The Five-Star Weekend centers on Hollis Shaw (Garner), a famed food influencer known for her delicious recipes, impeccable taste, and warm demeanor, who suffers a devastating loss.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
11 June 2025
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Learn How To Grow Onions Mint Mint's aromatic leaves can help repel cabbage moths2—in fact, many organic pesticides contain the essential oil of mint.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
15 June 2025
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Indulge in one of the spa’s signature experiences, such as the Itazuke Restore, a two-hour therapeutic treatment using rice to soothe, an aromatic massage and heated rice pillows.—
Terry Elward,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Be Smart, Stylish, and Scent-Savvy While lightly scented candles (like mint in the summer and fig in the winter) can be used away from the dining area, Helmstetter warns against overpowering aromas at the table.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 June 2025
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Fragrance Many makeup removers are scented to one degree or another, but scented products can irritate sensitive skin or bother those who have sensitivities to fragrance.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2025
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“Ambrosial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambrosial. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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