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as in smells
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 perfumes
to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance
fancy bars of soap scented with lavender
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as in senses
to have a vague awareness of
he scented danger
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Recent Examples of scents
Emily Baldwin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Give me all the fruity, gourmand and feminine scents galore.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
Available in two spellbinding scents, Couldn’t Be Lovelier with bright raspberry and bubbles and Wickedly Wonderful with cashmere woods and lime, this enchanting collection transforms self-care into pure empowerment.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The nine scents on our list offer a range of approaches, from crisp and modern to dark and enveloping, each designed to linger in memory long after the night ends.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
The Boots Fragrance boutique is located within the new retail development Broadgate Central, and carries 400 scents ranging from the niche to the well-known, with prices that stretch from mass to luxury.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
The scents of legacy houses — Guerlain, Chanel, Caron, Lanvin — don’t just sell fragrance.
—Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
There are 40 scents from which to choose, plus dry botanical to add to your candle.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
The scents are all holiday-themed, and each of the products has a festive look to get you into the holiday spirit.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
Noun
What to Do The best way to fall in love with this beautiful city is to explore it by foot, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents that make each neighborhood unique.
—Emily Baldwin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Give me all the fruity, gourmand and feminine scents galore.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
Available in two spellbinding scents, Couldn’t Be Lovelier with bright raspberry and bubbles and Wickedly Wonderful with cashmere woods and lime, this enchanting collection transforms self-care into pure empowerment.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The nine scents on our list offer a range of approaches, from crisp and modern to dark and enveloping, each designed to linger in memory long after the night ends.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
The Boots Fragrance boutique is located within the new retail development Broadgate Central, and carries 400 scents ranging from the niche to the well-known, with prices that stretch from mass to luxury.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
The scents of legacy houses — Guerlain, Chanel, Caron, Lanvin — don’t just sell fragrance.
—Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
There are 40 scents from which to choose, plus dry botanical to add to your candle.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
The scents are all holiday-themed, and each of the products has a festive look to get you into the holiday spirit.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scents
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According to Euromonitor data, fragrances in the Middle East and Africa grew 11 percent in 2024, compared with 7 percent globally.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Members of the Beauty Insiders loyalty program can save up to 20 percent on makeup, haircare, skincare, fragrances, and more through November 10.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Its natural deodorizing properties help neutralize the unpleasant smells associated with pets, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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Between the sounds, the smells and the watchable crowd, the neighborhood was happening.—
Ken Perrotte,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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Markets brim with greens, citrus that perfumes the air and strawberries that’ll be a reminder of what they’re supposed to taste like.—
Eric Barton,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Jan. 2026
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It’s fortified with a splash of orange liqueur that faintly perfumes the custard.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
23 Dec. 2025
Verb
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In the video, Chilli sniffs large bricks to locate the scent a trainer shared with him.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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Tovar is the one officer who immediately sniffs out that there’s something weird about Gacy, and Luna incrementally nudges the character further and further into obsession.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
1 Dec. 2025
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Sandeep Vaheesan, the legal director at the Open Markets Institute, senses similar changes—but welcomes them.—
Nick Bowlin,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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Her character, Zosia, may have had to honor Carol Sturka’s (Rhea Seehorn) request for an atom bomb, but based on their parting glance, Wydra still senses some indecision from Carol about this manner of escalation.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Dec. 2025
Noun
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What Smells Mice Dislike Cinnamon While the smell of cinnamon is reminiscent of autumn aromas and homemade breakfasts, mice don’t feel the same way.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
6 Jan. 2026
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Thiols are responsible for the distinctive aromas of skunk spray and ripe durian; they’re also added to natural gas to provide a detectable rotten-egg smell at even trace levels.—
Nicola Twilley,
New Yorker,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But now, without improved results between the pipes, the Atlantic Division win the Leafs earned last season feels improbable.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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When a baby or toddler has a meltdown or feels overwhelmed, parents can see it as an opportunity to teach resilience.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Scents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scents. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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