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as in smell
the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
the redolence of fir trees always reminds me of Christmas
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Recent Examples of redolence
The Russian army has focused on, and even mythologized, tank warfare for decades for its redolence of Russian victories over the Nazis in World War II.
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Andrew E. Kramer, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2023
A huge pot bubbles on the stove at the yellow guest house for hours, filling the air with the cloying redolence of burning tires.
—Cheryl Katz, Smithsonian, 17 Jan. 2017
Andrew E. Kramer, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2023
A huge pot bubbles on the stove at the yellow guest house for hours, filling the air with the cloying redolence of burning tires.
—Cheryl Katz, Smithsonian, 17 Jan. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redolence
Noun
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Poor Hygiene Ever been on a plane and caught a foul scent?—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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It’s billed to bridge wellness, scent and self-expression.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Baking soda and charcoal bags are simple, natural ways to absorb lingering smells without chemicals.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
22 Jan. 2026
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Snow fleas are able to pick up on food sources by smell, the federation wrote.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Candles are a great option to add some fragrance and improve the general aesthetics in your bathroom.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
22 Jan. 2026
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Its almond-and-vanilla base has just a hint of smoky sweetness, unfolding into a spicier scent that gives it a slightly intense fragrance.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Their 2020 Clos Nouveau has enticing aromas of rose petals and crushed violet flowers, red raspberry, and black cherry.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2026
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Brews & Beans, where guests will learn to taste like a brewer or a roaster and come to understand how time, temperature and process create flavors, aromas and strengths.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Redolence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redolence. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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