as in incenses
to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance
roses perfumed the wedding chapel
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Recent Examples of perfumes
Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, higher up, growers such as Raffaele Moccia (Agnanum) have more perfumes freshness in their wines.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Do not apply perfumes, deodorants, or other possible irritants before the procedure.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025
The trio is located in countries that make up part of the European Union, which was hit with a 15 percent levy that began in August—covering everything from high-end perfumes to luxury cars.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
The climate control system filters and perfumes cabin air; and adjusts for changes in temperature, humidity and elevation.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
One of the shops inside The Crazy Water Hotel, Sensology aims to please all your senses with soaps and perfumes, jewelry, designer apparel, and even a sweets counter filled with chocolate truffles.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025
Similar to the other perfumes in the line, the fragrance also contains a blend of essential oils.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
The climate control system filters and perfumes cabin air; and adjusts for changes in temperature, humidity and elevation.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
This type of rash or breakout can be prevented by avoiding perfumes, colognes, citrus oils and other common triggers before going outside in the sun.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, higher up, growers such as Raffaele Moccia (Agnanum) have more perfumes freshness in their wines.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Do not apply perfumes, deodorants, or other possible irritants before the procedure.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025
The trio is located in countries that make up part of the European Union, which was hit with a 15 percent levy that began in August—covering everything from high-end perfumes to luxury cars.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
The climate control system filters and perfumes cabin air; and adjusts for changes in temperature, humidity and elevation.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
One of the shops inside The Crazy Water Hotel, Sensology aims to please all your senses with soaps and perfumes, jewelry, designer apparel, and even a sweets counter filled with chocolate truffles.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025
Similar to the other perfumes in the line, the fragrance also contains a blend of essential oils.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
The climate control system filters and perfumes cabin air; and adjusts for changes in temperature, humidity and elevation.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfumes
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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
Noun
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Choose from different species with flavors and fragrances that include caraway, lemon, nutmeg, orange, and oregano.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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And unlike the others, that revolution touched almost everything, from T-shirts and jeans to gowns; fragrances to hotels; suits to candles.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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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“Perfumes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfumes. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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