1
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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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 county reported that work to repair the broken pump may also be contributing to elevated odors in the area.
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Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
The Rochester Township Council held its regular meeting on Thursday evening, and it was packed with people who were raising concerns about chemical odors lingering in their neighborhood.
—Jessica Riley, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
In calmer conditions, mosquitoes use their minuscule brains to follow human heat, moisture and odors that are carried downwind.
—David Hu, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2026
Always check for off odors, discoloration, or texture changes before using.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Fur, odors, and stains, begone.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026
Inexplicable odors can emerge; food can taste like cardboard or glue.
—Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Common signs that a washing machine needs descaling include chalky residue, musty odors, inadequate cleaning, longer wash cycles, and unusual noises.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026
Eliminate bathroom odors with Wabi Whiffs’ fizzy toilet bombs and sprinkles.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
The Rochester Township Council held its regular meeting on Thursday evening, and it was packed with people who were raising concerns about chemical odors lingering in their neighborhood.
—Jessica Riley, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
In calmer conditions, mosquitoes use their minuscule brains to follow human heat, moisture and odors that are carried downwind.
—David Hu, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2026
Always check for off odors, discoloration, or texture changes before using.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
Fur, odors, and stains, begone.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026
Inexplicable odors can emerge; food can taste like cardboard or glue.
—Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Common signs that a washing machine needs descaling include chalky residue, musty odors, inadequate cleaning, longer wash cycles, and unusual noises.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026
Eliminate bathroom odors with Wabi Whiffs’ fizzy toilet bombs and sprinkles.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odors
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If there are only a few dirty dishes, hand wash them to prevent unwanted smells from forming overnight.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
16 Mar. 2026
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For some, that means nausea triggered by everyday smells; for others, this biological reaction means that long-standing fragrance preferences shift overnight.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
16 Mar. 2026
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In fact, Hadid recently revealed just how versatile the formula can be—slicking one of the scents through her hair to smooth back flyaways during her recent Vogue Beauty Secrets.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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Essential Oils Essential oils like peppermint, tea tree, citronella, lavender, and eucalyptus all have very strong scents and can act much like cinnamon to disrupt pheromone trails.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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Large, congregate shelters of its sort offer little privacy or quiet; many have reputations for violence, drug use, and theft.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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The deputies claimed that these were intentional lies that harmed their reputations and made their lives and their jobs more difficult.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
19 Mar. 2026
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The film follows a quiet inmate arriving at a violent Indonesian prison with a supernatural entity that kills those with the darkest auras.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
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This airbrush design on a long square nail comprises a mix of French-tip auras, clear blobs, and 3D florals for a fun and funky design.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
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People find so much beauty in nature, from the dazzling colors of butterflies to the melodious songs of birds and the aromas of flowers.—
Logan S. James,
The Conversation,
19 Mar. 2026
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Their 2020 Listrac-Medoc has enticing aromas of violet, cassis, cedar, and graphite that transform to flavors of blackberry, black plum, vanilla, and raspberry, all gently wrapped in a velvety tannic sheath.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
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Even so, kitchen atmospheres have long been filled with chaos and intensity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Once opportunities to engage communities and offer developmental players a taste of game-day atmospheres, spring games had become scouting combines for opposing programs looking to entice players into the transfer portal, which had previously opened in late April.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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Many missed their flights and scrambled to book later flights or add themselves to standby lists that were already dozens of names long.—
SEUNG MIN KIM,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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Legislation like the federal SAVE America Act and Florida’s SB 1334 which just passed the Florida House and Senate, create an issue for voters who have identity documents where the names do not match identically.—
Delmarie Alicea,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 Mar. 2026
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Your 12th House of Subtlety wakes as the Moon settles into Aries, inviting gentle reflection by writing a private note to capture feelings before obligations crowd your day.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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But for as much as Rick and Morty understands geekdom and storytelling conventions, the secret sauce is how much the series is interested in understanding feelings.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Odors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odors. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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