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 Earlier at Macy’s, Gonzalez held divisional merchandise manager roles in fragrances, women’s shoes, handbags, accessories, jewelry and intimate apparel. David Moin, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026 According to the Spate Popularity Index, gourmand fragrances saw an 85% year-over-year increase in popularity in 2026. Loren Savini, Allure, 22 Aug. 2026 Price cuts and pricey brands Companies known for affordable luxury including Tapestry, Estee Lauder and Birkenstock reported strong results on demand for apparel, bags, and fragrances priced well above $100. Juveria Tabassum, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026 Of course, Ginori 1735’s offering now extends beyond dinnerware and servingware into decor and home fragrances. Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026 These Aera fragrances are deliberately pet-safe and smell incredible. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 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 Snag my mom’s signature scent, plus more Jo Malone London fragrances, below. Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragrances
Noun
  • The scents are housed in bottles designed by artist Ashley Longshore that are meant to be collectible.
    Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Future Society Cloud Reverie Eau de Parfum Cloud Reverie is for those who typically swear off vanilla in favor of floral fragrances and skin scents.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Use a basic dish soap that doesn’t include extra lotions and perfumes.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Jain listed a few Canadian products sold directly to consumers that will likely experience price increases, including alcohol, candles, perfumes, clothing, jewelry and some food products.
    Rachel Barber, USA Today, 24 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
  • This copper beauty serves up bold floral and citrus aromas, plus the signature IPA bitterness.
    Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

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“Fragrances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragrances. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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