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a sweet or pleasant smell
  • the balm of the restaurant's backyard garden enhances the aura of romance

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The first known use of balm was in the 13th century

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“Balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balm. Accessed 12 Aug. 2020.

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