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Recent Examples of skunky
In the later courtroom sequences, in Gotham’s trial of the century, Fleck represents himself, apparently channeling Foghorn Leghorn; in Arkham, the inmates are always watching cartoons, with particular emphasis on that skunky predator Pepé Le Pew.
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Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2024
The rest Stella Artois Liberté: This was a polarizing beer, with some liking its skunky notes, and others likening it to a green-bottled beer that’s been left out too long in the sun.
—Allison Robicelli, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
Here’s a great piece from this week: Running along the trails that whipsaw through the oak forests of the Palo Alto hills, a reporter was hit with a musky, skunky smell that made the hair on her neck stand up.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2024
Real weed emits a complex combination of earthy, skunky, and sometimes fruity aromas.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 26 Aug. 2023
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Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2024
The rest Stella Artois Liberté: This was a polarizing beer, with some liking its skunky notes, and others likening it to a green-bottled beer that’s been left out too long in the sun.
—Allison Robicelli, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
Here’s a great piece from this week: Running along the trails that whipsaw through the oak forests of the Palo Alto hills, a reporter was hit with a musky, skunky smell that made the hair on her neck stand up.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2024
Real weed emits a complex combination of earthy, skunky, and sometimes fruity aromas.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 26 Aug. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skunky
Adjective
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Keep those putrid flowers and tasteless box of chocolates this Valentine's Day, because this is the only acceptable sign of true love.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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In the away end, on this putrid, sopping evening in N17, the bigger picture is steamrolled by the small.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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An alkaline compound, baking soda is a non-toxic cleaner with a coarseness that works wonders for scrubbing grime, removing difficult stains, and deodorizing stinky odors.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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This Mumi Travel Laundry Bag is made of moisture-proof and odor-resistant material that locks in funky smells, preventing the rest of your clothing from getting stinky.—
Lauren Breedlove,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Vermin, malodorous airs and other issues caused 14 Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach restaurants to fail inspection last week.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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Democrats are an eye-watering 26 points underwater while Republicans are a more mildly malodorous 11 points beneath the surface.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This can prove especially effective for cleaning smelly spots like the toilet bowl or trash can.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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Empty your washing machine promptly at the end of every cycle to prevent bacteria growth and smelly odors from developing in your damp clothes, advises Palmer-Smith.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Spices lose flavor after a couple of years, and nuts or oils can go rancid in just months.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
4 Feb. 2026
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Use food-safe mineral oil for this step, not vegetable or olive oil, which can turn rancid.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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To guide the initial sessions, the band brought in the hitmaking producer Arif Mardin, whose pop bona fides included producing several classic Aretha Franklin records and overseeing the Bee Gees’ transformation from musty ’60s holdovers to disco superstars.—
Andy Cush,
Pitchfork,
15 Feb. 2026
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Both open on musty quiet rooms full of upholstered Edwardian era furniture.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The stale report will probably have no impact on monetary policy.—
Lucia Mutikani,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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This disposable hanging bag traps moisture, preventing stale, musty smells and leading to fresher air.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This outfit showcases a medley of silhouettes, from the oversized-sleeve sweater to the funky fringe skirt, all cinched together by a wide belt.—
Shelby Comroe,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
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Reaching the resort requires a bit of an extra drive off the Powder Highway loop, but the snow—and the funky city of Nelson—is well worth the drive.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Skunky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skunky. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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