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as in auras
a special quality or impression associated with something
the antique shop, with its collection of strange and curious items, held an odor of mysticism
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as in scents
the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
some people find the odor of skunk rather pleasant
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as in reputations
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
her movie career has not been in good odor since her latest box office failure
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Recent Examples of odors
In addition to pollen, the purifier captures dust, pet dander, and unwanted odors to keep your home extra fresh (which is especially handy in the colder months when the windows stay closed).
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Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
Store nuts in an airtight container or zip-top bag to protect them from fridge odors and moisture, and use within 6 months.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Outdoor air quality — emissions, fumes and odors — was the top concern cited by nearly two-thirds of respondents.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Thoroughly inspect all home goods by checking for visible damage, odors, missing pieces, and signs of pests.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
Faulty APUs can leak oil into the plane’s airflow system, allowing toxic fumes and odors to spread through the cabin, potentially even when the units aren’t running.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Includes a 4-inch Tough Stain Tool and Bissell Little Green Oxy Formula to permanently remove stains and odors.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
The hanging loop is great for airing it out on a tree branch, clothesline, or tent pole, and the towel never seems to retain funky odors, even after using it for days in the field.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
New research shows that odors can actually be coded as tastes in the brain’s primary taste cortex, overturning decades of assumptions about how flavor is built.
—New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2025
Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
Store nuts in an airtight container or zip-top bag to protect them from fridge odors and moisture, and use within 6 months.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Outdoor air quality — emissions, fumes and odors — was the top concern cited by nearly two-thirds of respondents.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Thoroughly inspect all home goods by checking for visible damage, odors, missing pieces, and signs of pests.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
Faulty APUs can leak oil into the plane’s airflow system, allowing toxic fumes and odors to spread through the cabin, potentially even when the units aren’t running.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Includes a 4-inch Tough Stain Tool and Bissell Little Green Oxy Formula to permanently remove stains and odors.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
The hanging loop is great for airing it out on a tree branch, clothesline, or tent pole, and the towel never seems to retain funky odors, even after using it for days in the field.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
New research shows that odors can actually be coded as tastes in the brain’s primary taste cortex, overturning decades of assumptions about how flavor is built.
—New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odors
Noun
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
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Back in stock at Bath & Body Works are timeless scents like Fresh Balsam, ‘Tis the Season, and Winter.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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And for the guy who always smells good, this travel-friendly four-pack of solid colognes in classic scents like Sandalwood and Vetiver gives him options depending on his mood or the occasion.—
Tabitha Britt,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Oct. 2025
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Taylor Swift loves her mad women and outlaw ladies, her queens with big reputations.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
4 Oct. 2025
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Still, there’s no denying that horror is integral to the midnight movie, and the late Father of Zombies is widely credited with giving both genres their progressive political reputations.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
3 Oct. 2025
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Every Thursday, there is a melting pot of smells wafting to and fro from downtown Nashville as food trucks line Deaderick Street to feed hungry Nashvillians.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Oct. 2025
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That's why deep cleaning your fridge once a month is in your best interest to reduce funky smells and keep the area sanitized.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The nose is captivating with aromas of brown sugar, caramel corn, and vanilla mingle with wood and a hint of cherry.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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The aromas, which were two years in the making, were worth the wait.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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By studying their weather in such detail, astronomers are beginning to piece together how atmospheres behave on distant worlds.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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Leaper Williams had no problem rattling off the names of John Hadl, Curtis McClinton and others on that team.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
8 Oct. 2025
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Is this group a bit lacking in depth after those names?—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Lyrics suggest the friend from her past died suddenly, leaving her with unresolved feelings.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, multitasking contributes to mental fatigue and negatively impacts overall well-being, with some participants reporting feelings of exhaustion after.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Odors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odors. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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