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 Choose from different species with flavors and fragrances that include caraway, lemon, nutmeg, orange, and oregano. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025 And unlike the others, that revolution touched almost everything, from T-shirts and jeans to gowns; fragrances to hotels; suits to candles. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025 Some fragrances can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, leading to what’s sometimes called a sun allergy. Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025 One of Schrager’s signature moves turns his hotels into lifestyle brands, and here nearly everything in the room—from bedding to throws and fragrances—can be purchased through EDITION’s online shop. Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 There are traces of these iconic villains in every product—from majestic packaging (such as a poison apple soap dispenser and a dragon castle candle holder) to two haunting fragrances. Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 3 Sep. 2025 Marc Jacobs branded fragrances are everywhere, including big box stores and cosmetic store chains, but this documentary stays focused on high fashion. Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2025 Not to mention, fragrances can irritate the skin. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025 The fragrances are intended to promote the state as a destination for mindful travel. Brittney Melton, NPR, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragrances
Noun
  • From slam dunks to signature scents, Shaquille O’Neal’s latest venture proves fragrance can be powerful, personal, and affordable.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Sewell has been working with the Science of Wellness program from IFF for the past three years, which pulls from more than 40 years of neuroscientific research into how scents can influence the brain’s emotional and memory senses.
    Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The mezcal is extremely fragrant, featuring powerful aromas of dark, roasted cacao, spice notes of clove and cinnamon, underpinned by the smoky richness of roasted chilies along with delicate notes of fruit and subtle woody/herbal tones.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • For the most delicious variety, food enthusiasts should follow the aromas to the most concentrated locations with bold gastronomic ambitions.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • This type of rash or breakout can be prevented by avoiding perfumes, colognes, citrus oils and other common triggers before going outside in the sun.
    Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Meanwhile, higher up, growers such as Raffaele Moccia (Agnanum) have more perfumes freshness in their wines.
    Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025

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“Fragrances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragrances. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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