as in scent
a strong-smelling substance used in perfume
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Recent Examples of musk
The base notes of vanilla, musk, and moss create this incredibly addictive skin-like warmth that doesn’t overpower.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
In return, the U.S. sent China a pair of musk oxen named Milton and Mathilda.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
The sale, which was required by Congress, marks the second time in four years that an effort to auction oil and gas leases in the pristine wilderness — home to migrating caribou, polar bears, musk oxen, millions of birds and other wildlife — has been a flop.
—Lisa Friedman, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The combination of vanilla, tonka bean, and a hint of musk reduces the hyper-sweetness and, instead, allows the fragrance to feel more approachable and balanced.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
In return, the U.S. sent China a pair of musk oxen named Milton and Mathilda.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
The sale, which was required by Congress, marks the second time in four years that an effort to auction oil and gas leases in the pristine wilderness — home to migrating caribou, polar bears, musk oxen, millions of birds and other wildlife — has been a flop.
—Lisa Friedman, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The combination of vanilla, tonka bean, and a hint of musk reduces the hyper-sweetness and, instead, allows the fragrance to feel more approachable and balanced.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for musk
Noun
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But apart from preservation itself, scent was also a major part of mummification.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
14 Feb. 2025
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That training consists of canine psychology, obedience, agility, tracking, scent detection and more, according to the Sheriff’s Office.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Then more incense is lit and food is offered to ancestors; families will usually have a dedicated shrine, or even a room, set up in their homes to commemorate relatives who have passed.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
28 Jan. 2025
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This collection of stories will introduce you to competing conceptions of time, teach you how to build a clock with incense, and help you to understand the mysteries of the Gregorian calendar (and possibly time travel).—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The joke set-ups involved Kendrick Lamar, paper straws, and Domino’s new pepperoni pizza perfume.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2025
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Overall, makeup and perfume imports to the U.S. from the EU reached $12.4 billion in 2024.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2025
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Launched in 2013 as Angelini Beauty, AB Parfums SpA develops fragrances for brands like Trussardi, Laura Biagiotti and handles Italian distribution for Ralph Lauren, Maison Margiela and more.—
Noor Lobad,
WWD,
12 Feb. 2025
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Ahead, take a look at the standout fragrances to know.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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Pro wrestling legend Eric Bischoff helped change the industry in the 1990s, but there was one storyline that didn’t pass the sniff test, much to the former executive producer’s chagrin.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
18 Nov. 2024
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These sweats can stand up to a long travel day, a workout, and a lounging session and still pass the sniff test.—
Matthew Medendorp,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Hollywood is ultra-sensitive about the use of generative AI in the creation of literally anything, and any whiff of it creates a storm of controversy.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
4 Feb. 2025
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The whiff of distant campfire smoke in my nostrils.—
Chris Colin,
AFAR Media,
31 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Salty Air The familiar smell of salty sea air holds different memories for each of you.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2025
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Tune in as the sweet smell of an Eagles victory begins to waft through the air (or is that grease being smeared on the lamp posts down Broad Street?) Either way, a win is imminent.—
Miguel Perez,
NPR,
6 Feb. 2025
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Use it anywhere to tackle odor, including pits, privates, body and feet.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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Students reported a strong odor in the classroom, and the teacher removed the students from the classroom and called 911.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Musk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musk. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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