as in scent
a strong-smelling substance used in perfume
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Recent Examples of musk
The smell of sweet milk hung in the air, mixed with the earthy musk of manure.
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Annie Waldman,
ProPublica,
9 June 2026
The key notes are iris butter, floral oud and creamy musk.
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Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
That species, while not venomous, often bites and defecates a foul-smelling musk when handled.
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John Wilkerson,
STAT,
28 May 2026
In addition to zen-inducing musk, think of powdery iris, violet, or heliotrope.
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Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
27 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for musk
Annie Waldman,
ProPublica,
9 June 2026
The key notes are iris butter, floral oud and creamy musk.
—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
That species, while not venomous, often bites and defecates a foul-smelling musk when handled.
—
John Wilkerson,
STAT,
28 May 2026
In addition to zen-inducing musk, think of powdery iris, violet, or heliotrope.
—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
27 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for musk
Recent Examples of Synonyms for musk
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According to the brand, Dew & Light's popularity in Korea and Japan reflects a broader appreciation for scents that feel clean, delicate, and effortless—fragrances that complement your presence instead of announcing it.
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Use warm air and UV rays outside to naturally disinfect fabrics, make white clothes brighter, and get rid of musty odors, all while leaving behind a unique scent from fresh air that can’t be replicated in the dryer.
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Look for notes of incense, spice, citrus, maple, honey, and leather on the palate.
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Safety Even though the act of burning incense is relatively worry-free, safety should not be overlooked when burning anything.
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Those compounds are naturally present in sweat or urine, and some pheromone perfumes also blend in essential oils to round out the scent.
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Some pheromone perfumes also contain essential oils to round out the scent profile.
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The Best of Beauty-winning fragrance takes the skin-like scent and turns up the volume, amplifying its blend of bergamot, white musk, and amber for a warmer take.
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Whole-home systems avoid that pattern by sending the same fragrance through every vent at the same intensity, which keeps the experience consistent from room to room and turns scent into background rather than another household chore.
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Undav was a late starter to international football and never had a sniff of it until the age of 27.
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Native to South America, one sniff of the zesty, tangy fruit transports you to a lush, tropical oasis with bright growing greens and clear blue waters.
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Right-hander Landen Roupp, making his first appearance since generating national headlines on Pride Night last Friday, allowed two runs over six innings with seven strikeouts to one walk whie generating a season-high 16 whiffs.
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With his three fastballs generating 18 whiffs on 49 swings and 96 pitches, Schlittler set a new career-high with 13 strikeouts.
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Baking soda neutralizes odors instead of masking them, binding with the compounds that actually cause smells rather than covering them up.
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Outside the Lineage warehouse Thursday morning, the smell of heavy smoke was already being replaced with that of spoiling food and filthy water.
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The lids are made with Rubbermaid’s BPA-free StainShield plastic, which resists odors and stains without warping in the dishwasher.
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Type 2 lounges must be fully enclosed indoors, sound proofed and have an advanced HVAC system to limit smoke leakage and prevent odor.
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“Musk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musk. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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