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the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
dogs are able to detect scents that are far below the threshold detectable by the human nose
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as in to sense
to have a vague awareness of
he scented danger
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Recent Examples of scent
Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026
The mimosa tree that blooms in March with its bright yellow flowers and refreshing scent became the symbol of the movement and a special cake with a sunny yellow color is made for celebration.
—Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 18 Mar. 2026
Charles Finch, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026
The warming spices of paprika, cumin and chili powder are used to scent the sauce and give it depth and complexity.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The soothing Rosemary & Mint scent was perfect for a head massage in the middle of washday.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026
The mimosa tree that blooms in March with its bright yellow flowers and refreshing scent became the symbol of the movement and a special cake with a sunny yellow color is made for celebration.
—Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 18 Mar. 2026
Verb
That is his uncanny ability to scent the direction in which the culture is headed.
—Charles Finch, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026
The warming spices of paprika, cumin and chili powder are used to scent the sauce and give it depth and complexity.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scent
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Think a long-lasting foundation formulated with premium skin care, a fragrance with ultrarare notes, or a lipstick that doubles as a high-end accessory.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Toasting it briefly in butter helps release its fragrance.—
Hana Asbrink,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 Mar. 2026
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Both the residents and the township agreed that something needs to be done about the smell lingering in the air.—
Jessica Riley,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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There’s a lovely, gentle soapy smell throughout the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Fortunately, that something can be as easy as spicing it with ginger, perfuming it with florals or smoke, or easier still and our favorite version, adding a grapefruit peel to the shaker tin before shaking on ice.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2026
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The air is perfumed with orange essence.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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At the time, fellow Arab leaders sniffed, but today, with the enormous cost of regional chaos weighing directly on the Gulf, the king’s words are prescient.—
Hadley Gamble,
semafor.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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There were a 1-mile perimeter of street closures around the theater, bomb-sniffing dogs and heavy police presence.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
15 Mar. 2026
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But those from back home, where memories of Magic still sit fresh on the tip of tongues, sense there could be more.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
22 Mar. 2026
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Those athletes, likely at least in part sensing a physical vulnerability, such as a lack of strength, coordination or control, tend to move differently, even with simple tasks like walking or running.—
Ian McMahan,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 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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The 2020 is a blend of approximately two-thirds Merlot and one-third Cabernet Sauvignon and offers aromas of cherry, brown baking spices, crushed violet petals, and black plum.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For frequent travelers accustomed to efficiency, the idea of arriving at the airport half a day early can feel untenable.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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If a process feels clunky, those advance preparations could give you time to come up with a new way of doing things that works better for everyone.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Peru has seen eight presidents in the past decade, with several heads of state removed by Congress after corruption accusations.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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But execs — some of whom will meet with Vice President JD Vance today — with a slightly longer perspective look at this moment and see mainly chaos, not profit.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Scent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scent. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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