as in scent
a sweet or pleasant smell the balm of the restaurant's backyard garden enhances the aura of romance

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Recent Examples on the Web Related Articles On the product front, Bubble also launched new cleansers with different textures and benefits, and got into the buzzy lip balm category. James Manso, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024 Coupled with the general chaos of These Times, a touch of nostalgia feels like the perfect balm. Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2024 The balm has a beautiful tint but won’t feel heavy or cakey on your lips. Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024 For hydrating lipstick with a shiny finish, try Tarte's Maracuja Juicy lip balm for $26. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for balm 
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Noun
  • Due to their usually strong scent, Jaikaran adds to hold your breath and close your eyes while misting.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The five classic scents featured include Baies, Roses, 34 Boulevard Saint-Germain, Figuier, and Narguilé.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Among the luxury boutiques at The Somerset Collection are Balenciaga, Chanel fragrance and beauty, Dior, Hermès, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, Moncler, Saint Laurent and Versace.
    Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Customize the fragrance by adding a few drops of essential oils to the dryer balls to keep laundry smelling cleaner longer.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • The Solera system creates consistent aroma and flavor profiles across batches while allowing for layered and complex flavors.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Honey, bourbon, vanilla, and cinnamon add a beautiful aroma and flavor.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Bravo also wore Sulak’s perfume and made a playlist to get into character.
    Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2024
  • Shelves display perfumes like the popular Les Légendaires Samsara and Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic as well as Muget and Cherry Blossom.
    Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024

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“Balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balm. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

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