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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
According to authorities, operational disruptions at the wastewater plant generated excessive sewage odors that affected residents.
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Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
At least one study has found, for example, that younger children will not recoil from rancid odors that provoke disgust in older children and adults, which suggests that these responses might be learned.
—Franklin Schneider, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Let the vinegar run through the machine to break down detergent residue, mold, and odors.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
But as a precaution, cover it with shredded bark mulch, dry leaves, or grass clippings to reduce potential pests and odors.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
The Wilkes-Barre Times Leader reported that the family also experienced foul odors and heard pig grunts in the home.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
The inner activated carbon filter catches invisible particles and helps to neutralize odors from cooking, pets, smoke, or your teenager’s gym bag.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
These fabrics are heavily trafficked and absorb odors easily — and hold on to them.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
The costume was fresh and clean, which Lichtenauer credits to the team’s cleaners for keeping the fragile pieces sanitzed and without any odors.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2025
Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
At least one study has found, for example, that younger children will not recoil from rancid odors that provoke disgust in older children and adults, which suggests that these responses might be learned.
—Franklin Schneider, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Let the vinegar run through the machine to break down detergent residue, mold, and odors.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
But as a precaution, cover it with shredded bark mulch, dry leaves, or grass clippings to reduce potential pests and odors.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
The Wilkes-Barre Times Leader reported that the family also experienced foul odors and heard pig grunts in the home.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
The inner activated carbon filter catches invisible particles and helps to neutralize odors from cooking, pets, smoke, or your teenager’s gym bag.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
These fabrics are heavily trafficked and absorb odors easily — and hold on to them.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
The costume was fresh and clean, which Lichtenauer credits to the team’s cleaners for keeping the fragile pieces sanitzed and without any odors.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odors
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Laura Ashley has also worked with fragrance specialists Freckleface on a handmade candle called Vintage 100 that combines two of Laura’s favorite scents, English rose and wild blackberries.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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For something more accessible, try it with Bath & Body Works’ Vanilla Bean Noel or any of EOS’s body lotions, particularly their vanilla or coconut scents.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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As Bloomberg reported, Nestlé, Kohl's, and even Astronomer's former CEO, caught on a stadium kiss cam, illustrates how quickly reputations can unravel when what's done in private is exposed to the spotlight.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Kruse and Fialko filed their lawsuit in August, accusing Presley of making false allegations of elder abuse against them to ruin their reputations.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Sep. 2025
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New & Noteworthy Say goodbye to sticky skin and unpleasant smells!—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Step inside and be greeted by the earthy smells of the past, and you’ll be quickly transported back in time, to childhood or beyond.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
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Attractive light orange color; aromas of orange roses, persimmon and a hint of cardamon.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
11 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
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However, even if this is the case, scientists have suggested light molecules of silicon, like silane, should be found in the upper atmospheres of gas giants and brown dwarfs.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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This is a fascinating find, as these conditions were considered part of the graphite-stability regime, where graphite-rich exo-atmospheres are expected to produce only flat spectra, not the feature-rich spectra that would appear if organic hazes were present.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
10 Sep. 2025
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Despite including multiple iconic names in this segment, many notable names were left out, including Hulk Hogan, Danielle Spencer, and Jerry Adler.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Builders of the Internet Era Honorees include major names like Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, Netflix, NPR, and Adobe — each recognized for their lasting cultural impact, creative innovation and consistent achievement at the Webbys over the years.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Listen To Your Gut With Clarity Gut feelings are not mystical.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Her therapist – who Heming Willis accidentally referred to her as her own caregiver – explained how normal these feelings were.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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How to watch The Rainmaker live without cable The Rainmaker airs on USA Network, which is available to stream on services like Sling TV.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Drew Barrymore Show airs weekdays on CBS.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Odors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odors. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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