variants
or nimbuses
1
as in smells
a special quality or impression associated with something
fans are inevitably disappointed when the nimbus of glamour about their favorite celebrity turns out to be an illusion
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2
as in glories
an artistic rendering of radiant light around the head or body of a sacred personage
the nimbi for the sculpted figures around the exterior of the church are simple disks about the saints' heads
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nimbi
Noun
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Fabric deodorizer spray Consider making an all-natural fabric refresher to get rid of those unwanted smells.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025 -
This prevents buildup from getting baked on, which can be much harder to clean later and can lead to unpleasant smells and stains.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Since taking the reins as the CEO of its racing division in late 2016, Brown has overseen McLaren’s evolution from a team stuck in the shadow of past glories to one that now sits atop the F1 world once more.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
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The poet’s reminiscences form the core of several poems that rank among the glories of twentieth-century American literature.—
Dan Chiasson,
New Yorker,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The mezcal is extremely fragrant, featuring powerful aromas of dark, roasted cacao, spice notes of clove and cinnamon, underpinned by the smoky richness of roasted chilies along with delicate notes of fruit and subtle woody/herbal tones.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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For the most delicious variety, food enthusiasts should follow the aromas to the most concentrated locations with bold gastronomic ambitions.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This recipe, which requires just 15 minutes of hands-on time, brings the vibrant flavors of taco soup to life in one delicious recipe.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Bottled at 50% ABV, the inaugural expression was praised for its vibrant tropical fruit notes and unexpected flavors like chocolate and dulce de leche, typically found in aged spirits.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Viewers will get more context when the next episode airs Tuesday.—
David Wysong,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Young and the Restless airs weekdays on CBS (check local listings).—
Stephanie Wenger,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As South Florida swelters under a heat advisory that warns of feels-like temperatures of 108, thoughts turn to the coming long Labor Day weekend.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
27 Aug. 2025
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After decades of running at full capacity, pushing through feels natural.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Decades of research show that fans have wider friendship networks, stronger feelings of belonging, and less alienation.—
Todd Rogers,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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The band recorded the final tracks live in a communal setting to contrast the initial feelings of seclusion.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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This innovative method produced the first instance of second sound in action, revealing heat waves rippling back and forth like acoustic vibrations.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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By shining light onto molecules to analyze these vibrations, techniques such as infrared spectroscopy or Raman spectroscopy can identify these molecules.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Nimbi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nimbi. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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