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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
The inner activated carbon filter catches invisible particles and helps to neutralize odors from cooking, pets, smoke, or your teenager’s gym bag.
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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
While gasoline may be effective at getting rid of oil stains on concrete, it's not recommended due to its high flammability, lingering odors, and environmental impact.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
This portable cleaner has 12Kpa suction power that easily removes dirt, pet stains, odors, and other tough spots from carpet, couches, baby car seats, high chairs, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2025
Skin odors, genetics, and microbiota (various bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms) on the skin also may play a role.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Aug. 2025
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
While gasoline may be effective at getting rid of oil stains on concrete, it's not recommended due to its high flammability, lingering odors, and environmental impact.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
This portable cleaner has 12Kpa suction power that easily removes dirt, pet stains, odors, and other tough spots from carpet, couches, baby car seats, high chairs, and more.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2025
Skin odors, genetics, and microbiota (various bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms) on the skin also may play a role.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odors
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From slam dunks to signature scents, Shaquille O’Neal’s latest venture proves fragrance can be powerful, personal, and affordable.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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Sewell has been working with the Science of Wellness program from IFF for the past three years, which pulls from more than 40 years of neuroscientific research into how scents can influence the brain’s emotional and memory senses.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
4 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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Pressure campaigns have even led to traditional media outlets retracting previously positive reviews, further harming book sales and author reputations.—
Kevin Dickinson,
Big Think,
2 Sep. 2025
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
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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
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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
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Follow-up observations could probe planetary atmospheres for signatures consistent with life, such as oxygen produced by photosynthesis.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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But their atmospheres can be like Earth's and have giant storms.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Most, if not all, Democrats are expected to sign on to his Epstein files petition, meaning only six Republicans would need to cross party lines to add their names.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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Major indexes fell, dragged down by declines in Big Tech names.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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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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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
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“Odors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odors. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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