as in scent
a strong-smelling substance used in perfume
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Recent Examples of musk
Scents range from warm florals to sensual suede musks and more.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Apr. 2025
Bright, zingy notes of mandarin and bergamot mingle with refreshing green tea and jasmine, while a light musk keeps the scent lingering on your skin for hours.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, Glamour, 2 May 2025
As the scent dries down, blossoming roses and violets are revealed, contrasted by a woody musk.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
The sweetness is natural, not candy-like, and the musk gives it just enough depth to keep things interesting hours later.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Apr. 2025
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Apr. 2025
Bright, zingy notes of mandarin and bergamot mingle with refreshing green tea and jasmine, while a light musk keeps the scent lingering on your skin for hours.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, Glamour, 2 May 2025
As the scent dries down, blossoming roses and violets are revealed, contrasted by a woody musk.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
The sweetness is natural, not candy-like, and the musk gives it just enough depth to keep things interesting hours later.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for musk
Noun
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The quick-drying, streak-free finish ensures a flawless application every time, while the refreshing coconut scent adds a touch of tropical luxury.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
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That’s where this body oil comes in with its warm vanilla scent and glimmering finish.—
Elizabeth Siegel,
Allure,
1 June 2025
Noun
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Avoid heavy exertion outdoors, using fans or swamp coolers that take air from outside, all wood-burning appliances and lighting candles and incense.—
COREY WILLIAMS,
Arkansas Online,
31 May 2025
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The Scythians, ancient shamans of Central Asia, burned cannabis as a ceremonial incense.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Brisk aromas include a perfume of myrtle and light green apples.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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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
Noun
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But that doesn’t just mean dessert-esque fragrances—the note can go sophisticated and subtle.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Strong Artificial Smells Filling your home with a beautiful fragrance is a great way to freshen up the space, create an ambience, and even mask unwanted pet odors!—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2025
Noun
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His kennel mate, Matzo, tries to console him with sniffs as his lucky day has not come quite yet.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Apr. 2025
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Bo and its sister scent Reyes (the latter is available in candle form) were crafted to transport wearers to the bohemian enclave of Bolinas or the neighboring wilds of Point Reyes National Seashore with just a single sniff.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside Online,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Prior to Saturday’s game, Perez entered with a 45.3% chase rate and a 26.6% whiff rate, per Baseball Savant.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2025
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Taking just a whiff from the bottle is transcending and soul-righting.—
Liesel Davis,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Beyond their novelty value, these additives can hide the taste and smell of condoms and lube, which some find off-putting.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
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Wafting down the normally quiet halls were the sounds of whistles, shouting— and the unmistakable smell of a skunk.—
Patrick Salland,
Kansas City Star,
5 June 2025
Noun
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According to a small study published May 28 in the journal PLOS One, cats spend a longer time sniffing a stranger’s odor than their owners.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
28 May 2025
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These products help break down odors for fresh smelling towels.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
26 May 2025
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“Musk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musk. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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