as in stench
a strong unpleasant smell
the overpowering funk of rotten meat emanated from the garbage bin
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as in coward
a person who shows a shameful lack of courage in the face of danger
he may be a strong, athletic guy, but he's a real funk when it comes to donating blood
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Recent Examples of funk
ABC News, 15 May 2026
As Gavin Rossdale waves goodbye to the crowd, jet on over to HelloFresh to catch the 30-or-so minutes remaining in the set from Mexican retro-funk-pop-electronic act Midnight Generation.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
Mason McTavish and Alex Killorn each burst out of their respective scoring funks with two-goal efforts, and Frank Vatrano also tallied.
—Andrew Knoll, Orange County Register, 24 Jan. 2025
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Noun
While front-running Atlanta remains well ahead in the NL East, Philadelphia's early season funk has passed and momentum seems to be building, which Schwarber is far more concerned about than whatever home-run total is next to his name.
—ABC News, 15 May 2026
As Gavin Rossdale waves goodbye to the crowd, jet on over to HelloFresh to catch the 30-or-so minutes remaining in the set from Mexican retro-funk-pop-electronic act Midnight Generation.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Verb
Tate’s dad worked as a freelance DJ in the 1980s and early 1990s, and introduced her to funk and early hip-hop artists during that time through his extensive record collection.
—Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
Mason McTavish and Alex Killorn each burst out of their respective scoring funks with two-goal efforts, and Frank Vatrano also tallied.
—Andrew Knoll, Orange County Register, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for funk
Noun
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Even in 1986, the eye-watering stench of the murky waters remained.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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In October 2025, there was a strong stench at the Inner Harbor.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
Noun
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These are American cowards that are rooting against our Country.—
Khaled Wassef,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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And Trump calls ’em almost like cowards.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
12 May 2026
Verb
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So the team and I immediately dropped to the ground, ducked and covered.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 May 2026
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The noise sent Wang ducking for cover.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Carrying on an almost century-old Memorial weekend tradition of slow cooking chicken on a spit, and watching the Indy 500.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2026
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What to Serve With Sautéed Mushrooms These mushrooms make a wonderful accompaniment to seared or roasted proteins like steak, chicken, and pork.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
25 May 2026
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The Orange County District Attorney’s Office has opened an investigation into the owner of a malfunctioning chemical storage tank in Garden Grove that has forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of residents as fire crews race to avoid an explosion.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
24 May 2026
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The Metropolitan Police Department said on its X Account that the Secret Service was working the scene and cautioned people to avoid the area.—
Darlene Superville,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
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The fact that the highlight of Henri’s wartime experience seems to be the moment Petain arrives in Limoges for a parade, only to shun him during a meet-and-greet afterwards, reveals to what extent all his efforts were in vain.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
20 May 2026
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Countries that have vowed to shun Israeli weapons makers are nonetheless quietly placing orders, according to industry officials.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Built from the bones of a 12th-century hostelry, its hub is a vast, glamorous lounge bar complete with mixologists shaking modern-day mocktails under the ancient beams.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Saleh shook off his 0-for-3 day leading up to the pivotal at-bat and was ready to pounce.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2026
Verb
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As for whether CenterWell’s commercial interests color its conclusions, Shetty doesn’t dodge the question.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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And while Dallas has dodged some bad weather opportunities in recent years, the luck could run out here.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 May 2026
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“Funk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/funk. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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