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 Historically, the world’s elite automakers have not ventured into the realm of luxury fragrances. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026 Once dismissed as overly sweet, hyper-feminine, or adolescent, the best gourmand fragrances have since evolved. Danielle James, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026 Why do citrus scents typically fade faster than other fragrances? Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026 Both fragrances will be available in a variety of Bath & Body Works products such as body cream, body wash, fragrance mist and a 3-wick candle, among other products. Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 Snag my mom’s signature scent, plus more Jo Malone London fragrances, below. Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026 Bo—short for Bohemia—is just one of the fragrances in Liis’s perfume collection. Air Mail, 8 Aug. 2026 Franchise-wise, Armani Beauty has Privè, with unisex couture fragrances; Giorgio Armani, which is premium, and Emporio Armani, embodying the brand’s younger, urban facet. Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2026 On the fashion side, aespa has been selected as an ambassador for luxury fashion houses, Korean cosmetics and skincare, sportswear, watches, footwear, fragrances, contact lenses, and lifestyle brands. Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragrances
Noun
  • In the same vein, the actress has been attracted to the world of scents.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The team also observed fewer responses to urine odors the test cats had previously sniffed after a few months, suggesting that cats have a long-term memory for urine scents.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Ahead, get a whiff of the vanilla perfumes that turn traditional notions of the note on their head.
    Vogue, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
  • For almost 20 years, Xerjoff has specialized in exotic perfumes, crafting 170 original scents that are available in more than 130 countries around the world.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Straw colored in the glass, this wine has aromas of white flowers, green apple, honeydew melon, and lemon.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The Cantina della Volta BrutRosso ($9 a glass) is a bold ruby red in the glass, with aromas of raspberry and strawberry.
    Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026

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“Fragrances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragrances. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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