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as in smells
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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2
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
Running the range hood removes grease and oil from the air along with steam, smoke, and cooking odors.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2025
The luxe liquid exfoliates skin with tiny pieces of volcanic rock, eliminates garlic and onion odors with bread yeast enzymes, and softens hands with olive oil esters.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
In late June, crew members were sickened by odors on a plane at Charlotte Douglas International Airport that had not yet taken off.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
Here are three methods to remove stains, dirt, and odors from your favorite delicate pieces.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Both models also feature improved waste distribution systems, which Whisker says will help reduce odors in your home.
—PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
Head to Amazon to snap up a popular air purifier and say goodbye to allergens, pollutants, and odors.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2025
The luxe liquid exfoliates skin with tiny pieces of volcanic rock, eliminates garlic and onion odors with bread yeast enzymes, and softens hands with olive oil esters.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
In late June, crew members were sickened by odors on a plane at Charlotte Douglas International Airport that had not yet taken off.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
Here are three methods to remove stains, dirt, and odors from your favorite delicate pieces.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
Both models also feature improved waste distribution systems, which Whisker says will help reduce odors in your home.
—PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
Head to Amazon to snap up a popular air purifier and say goodbye to allergens, pollutants, and odors.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odors
Noun
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Between the sounds, the smells and the watchable crowd, the neighborhood was happening.—
Ken Perrotte,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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Garbage disposals can flush away food debris on pots and pans in a flash, but anyone who owns one of these devices knows that unpleasant smells are a regular occurrence.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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This buttery balm started with a single Vanilla flavor and has since expanded to 10 shades and scents, including cozy Brown Sugar, juicy Cherry, and shimmery Birthday Cake.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Oct. 2025
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At Fairmont Mayakoba’s spa, rest and re-energize with the textures, colors, and scents of ancient Mayan culture.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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The rich and powerful, at least, might have the means to protect their reputations from an onslaught of deepfakes.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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But as the case spirals and loyalties fracture, reputations are on the line, and everyone’s playing to win.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Your family will come home to delicious aromas wafting through the house from this classic slow-cooker Mississippi Pot Roast.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Tea lovers will love indulging in the flavors and aromas of these 24 black, green, oolong, white, and herbal teas from Vahdam Tea.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Nov. 2025
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Merciless, vile, and downright sadistic, The Rite delivers stunning entertainment that strays away from depending on shadows and eerie atmospheres.—
Michael Lee Simpson,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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Many super-puffs get their inflated atmospheres from tidal heating.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Wall has plaques with the names of more than 900 local men and women who have served in the armed forces.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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That reliance on just a handful of tech names has more investors nervous a correction could be near, if the big AI names fail to sustain their leadership or run out of momentum.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Instead, online engagement, which includes official website traffic and social media interactions, provides real-time insight into public excitement and feelings.—
William Jones,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
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Venus in Scorpio escalates emotional feelings around your financial security and safety.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Odors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odors. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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