fragrances

plural of fragrance
as in scents
a sweet or pleasant smell the fragrance of lilac trees in full bloom

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Recent Examples of fragrances After three runs that Wang said sold out, IPis extended the project with a podcast and two fragrances tied to the production. — Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 8 Nov. 2026 Think $20 sweaters, $12 throw blankets, 25% off designer fragrances, and more. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 6 Nov. 2026 One day, online shops could let customers sample scents before ordering – although the right fragrances would need to be available at the receiving end. — New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026 The bathroom might seem like a convenient place to store perfume, but this hot and steamy environment makes fragrances fade quickly. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026 The front rooms showcase handbags and luggage, while the rear carries ready-to-wear, silk, eyewear and fragrances, though the layout is designed to be flexible. — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026 And although not the main focus, menswear and fragrances play a role in enhancing the brand’s appeal. — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026 The sinks are no longer tucked away on the side of the floor but rather in the middle for easier access to explore new fragrances, Page said. — Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragrances
Noun
  • Floral fragrances are a natural starting point for those drawn to softer, more romantic compositions, while citrus-forward scents offer a fresher alternative.
    — Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • The wax is unscented, which is preferable for a tablescape, as strong scents can throw off the flavor of your food — a risk not worth taking when stuffing and pumpkin pie are at stake.
    — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Brands like Frederic Malle, Essential Parfums and the new brand Anecdote by Artists list the perfumers prominently alongside the name of the perfumes.
    — Arabelle Sicardi, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Thomas Burberry’s life informed The Burberry Prorsum Collection of perfumes.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • These highly reactive products form rapidly, leading to significant oxidative damage, substantial browning, and off-flavors and aromas.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Their Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee is a Bordeaux-style blend and has aromas of black cherry, red raspberry, tobacco leaf, and crushed violet petals with silky tannins and flavors of blueberry, mocha, and cinnamon.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026

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“Fragrances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragrances. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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