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as in smells
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 auras
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 aromas
The season brings natural aromas like florals and herbs that signal a new beginning.
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Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 16 Apr. 2026
These pioneering chemists from IQUEMA also spearheaded other astonishing, detailed archaeological initiatives that determined the compositions of old wine and aromas of the Roman Empire and of the mortars used in the Domus of Salvius, in the present case.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2026
The flavors and aromas of almond extract resemble marzipan more than raw nuts.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Channel catfish rely on scent, and they are attracted to salty, sweet, and pungent aromas.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 9 Apr. 2026
This outstanding Cab is made from grapes grown in the Stags Leap District and has aromas of black raspberry, black plum, ripe cherry, and a touch of tobacco leaf in the complex bouquet.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2026
After cooking low and slow, the vegetables will be done to perfection, and the chicken will be flavored with salt, pepper, and paprika, and infused with the flavors and aromas of garlic and thyme.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
In an interview with Forbes, DeLeon described Three Hearts Rum rum as sticky toffee in flavor with aromas of wood, spices, candied orange and vanilla.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Along with the sugars, seagrass roots suffuse their surroundings with aromatic chemicals, many of which are familiar to us as the aromas of coffee, red wine, and tree bark.
—David George Haskell, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 16 Apr. 2026
These pioneering chemists from IQUEMA also spearheaded other astonishing, detailed archaeological initiatives that determined the compositions of old wine and aromas of the Roman Empire and of the mortars used in the Domus of Salvius, in the present case.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2026
The flavors and aromas of almond extract resemble marzipan more than raw nuts.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Channel catfish rely on scent, and they are attracted to salty, sweet, and pungent aromas.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 9 Apr. 2026
This outstanding Cab is made from grapes grown in the Stags Leap District and has aromas of black raspberry, black plum, ripe cherry, and a touch of tobacco leaf in the complex bouquet.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2026
After cooking low and slow, the vegetables will be done to perfection, and the chicken will be flavored with salt, pepper, and paprika, and infused with the flavors and aromas of garlic and thyme.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
In an interview with Forbes, DeLeon described Three Hearts Rum rum as sticky toffee in flavor with aromas of wood, spices, candied orange and vanilla.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Along with the sugars, seagrass roots suffuse their surroundings with aromatic chemicals, many of which are familiar to us as the aromas of coffee, red wine, and tree bark.
—David George Haskell, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aromas
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Its menthol resin scents the forest, encouraging deep breaths in time with the Atlantic surf on Itapororoca beach, forever within earshot.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Crafted by the world's top perfumers, Laundry Sauce's signature scents are bold, complex, and long-lasting -- more luxury cologne than laundry detergent.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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However, on appliances that aren’t washed just by the process of using them, this DIY duo may leave a slick film and odd, lingering smells.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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Inside Akal Travel Center, a 24-hour truck stop on Wyoming’s high plains, the smells of sizzling garlic and earthy curry powder permeate the air.—
David Williams,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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The tortoiseshell palette is deconstructed in this look, which features a blend of full torties, chocolate brown tips, and barley there caramel auras.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
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These characters have been somewhat thinly drawn despite the vibrant auras of Joy Sunday and Richard Jenkins since the beginning.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
13 Apr. 2026
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Our Take on the Scent Having sampled hundreds of fragrances over decades of reporting on fashion and beauty, Eau Parfumée Thé Impérial, is a winner.—
Anne Bratskeir,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Choose from beautiful designs and amazing fragrances including Coffee + Cream, Mint + Eucalyptus, Sandalwood + Vanilla, Spice + Fire, Juniper + Citronella and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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These cupcakes are a more approachable way to serve up the flavors of the classic layer cake with a little less fuss.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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Inspired by three new Chessmen flavors — Salted Caramel, Cinnamon Sugar and Brown Butter Pecan — the board reflects a color palette of rich caramel and brown butter hues, while also incorporating a hidden compartment in the base that’s perfect for storing cookies.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Zillo said that prior to midway through the 2024 season, groups of Yankees personnel involved with in-game entertainment visited other MLB ballparks to survey game-day atmospheres.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The test kitchens still run at Campbell’s headquarters in Camden; the space is outfitted with a half-dozen or so different kitchens with different atmospheres and appliances, so as to better test how a variety of American home cooks would be able to interact with their products.—
Matt Cortina,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Most of all, life at Kukuiʻula allows residents to experience the feelings of belonging, family togetherness, and ties to nature that permeate Hawaiian culture.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
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Though Agnes’ feelings for Garth are quite obvious to viewers — and her pearl-girl friend Daisy (Lucy Halliday ), who also happens to have Garth as her Mayday handler — what Garth thinks about Agnes is much less clear.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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But fights are just as integral to the Netflix show created by Lee Sung Jin, and the series’ sound team needed to do even more meticulous work building visceral senses of anger, stress, and dread that slowly swallow up the characters and steer them into making a compounding set of poor decisions.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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And there’s nothing like the disorienting effect of standing in darkness in an unfamiliar place to quicken the senses and sharpen the ear.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Aromas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aromas. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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