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a strong-smelling substance used in perfume
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Recent Examples of musk
But in the dry-down, vanilla beans, sandalwood, amber, and musk create a skin-like intimacy that is absolutely addictive.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 2 June 2025
Its decadent fragrance—a blend of thyme, pine, musk, and amber—is gorgeous enough to give your hair perfume some PTO, any day of the week.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 31 May 2025
Rock River Melody is on the warmer side of the green spectrum, and uses patchouli and cedar to blanket the wearer along with musk and amber.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 3 July 2025
According to Brooks, the technology showed that longer-lasting scents were often associated with sensuality, including musks and gourmands.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 2 June 2025
Its decadent fragrance—a blend of thyme, pine, musk, and amber—is gorgeous enough to give your hair perfume some PTO, any day of the week.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 31 May 2025
Rock River Melody is on the warmer side of the green spectrum, and uses patchouli and cedar to blanket the wearer along with musk and amber.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 3 July 2025
According to Brooks, the technology showed that longer-lasting scents were often associated with sensuality, including musks and gourmands.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for musk
Noun
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Her portfolio includes scents made for Calvin Klein, Givenchy, Elie Saab, and Bvlgari.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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Whether you’re drawn to the floral notes of Lancôme’s La Vie Est Belle Eau de Parfum or prefer something more woodsy and masculine like Ralph Lauren's Ralph’s Club, now is the ideal time to stock up on a new signature scent, grab travel-sized sprays for TSA, or pick up gifts for friends and family.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Adjacent to the space is the lobby, an area perfumed with copal incense and adorned with jewel-toned seating.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
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Air quality alerts were in effect on Tuesday for millions of residents across New York, Connecticut, and Southern California, as forecasters and health officials urged the public to avoid burning candles, incense, and other indoor pollutants.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Four years after its creation, Skylar aimed to beat its perfume mecca competitors through innovation.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
8 July 2025
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This space is central to the creation of Maison Psyché, a perfume house inspired by Rémy Martin’s centuries of oak-aging expertise.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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In the continued spirit of collaboration, an exclusive fragrance was created for the show by Symrise Fine Fragrance perfumers, a partner of the Istituto Marangoni Paris for the Bachelor and Master of Fragrances and Cosmetics Management and Fragrances and Cosmetics Brand Management and Licensing.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
7 July 2025
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Open since 2001, the company makes approximately 35 different fragrances, including seasonal soaps.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2025
Noun
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The father, meanwhile, doesn't seem sure of what to make of him, and walks cautiously over for a sniff.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Near the end of Hart’s interview, the comedian opened his bottle of the Last Dab — Hot Ones’ in-house sauce, particularly lethal — and went in for a deep sniff.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
27 May 2025
Noun
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As of July 8, the lefty hadn’t allowed an earned run in his last 22 appearances and had a 32.2 percent whiff rate on the season.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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The 35-year-old is still generating a strong 36.5 percent whiff rate with his signature changeup and is averaging 94.5 mph with his fastball.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
Noun
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On the other side of the pass, the smell of sulphur rises in white mist.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Rubber mulch may leach toxic chemicals into the soil and make your yard smell like hot tires.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Visible buildup, foul odors, or diminished performance are signs that the bidet seat or attachment needs to be cleaned.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025
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But one apartment on the first floor has a bad odor that emanates from it.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
12 July 2025
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“Musk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musk. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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