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as in auras
a special quality or impression associated with something
the antique shop, with its collection of strange and curious items, held an odor of mysticism
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as in scents
the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
some people find the odor of skunk rather pleasant
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as in reputations
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
her movie career has not been in good odor since her latest box office failure
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Recent Examples of odors
When they aren’t cleaned, this could have a variety of consequences, such as increase in energy bills, the system not functioning at capacity as well as strange odors.
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Lauren David, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
For heat tools, look for inconsistency with heating, odors, and discoloration and/or damage on the heating plates or barrel.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2025
The plaintiffs ask the court to require the defendants to stop operations at the site until the noxious odors and emissions are eliminated.
—Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
The plaintiffs accuse the biowaste processor and the Alma firm of being responsible for a noxious and harmful nuisance and the resultant economic loss the fumes and manure-like odors have caused, according to the plaintiffs' attorneys.
—Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
The dispute originated with a recurring issue in the River Valley when strong odors are emitted from a biowaste storage lagoon in the Arkansas River bottom in Crawford County.
—Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
To banish household odors, create natural room scents, carpet powders, reed diffusers, and plug-in refills.
—Linley Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
That main compartment sits on a 4-inch-tall drop bottom lined with water-resistant fabric and air vents to curb odors.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
These odors can be hard to eliminate so be wary of taking home anything that will require fumigation.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2024
Lauren David, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
For heat tools, look for inconsistency with heating, odors, and discoloration and/or damage on the heating plates or barrel.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2025
The plaintiffs ask the court to require the defendants to stop operations at the site until the noxious odors and emissions are eliminated.
—Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
The plaintiffs accuse the biowaste processor and the Alma firm of being responsible for a noxious and harmful nuisance and the resultant economic loss the fumes and manure-like odors have caused, according to the plaintiffs' attorneys.
—Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
The dispute originated with a recurring issue in the River Valley when strong odors are emitted from a biowaste storage lagoon in the Arkansas River bottom in Crawford County.
—Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025
To banish household odors, create natural room scents, carpet powders, reed diffusers, and plug-in refills.
—Linley Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
That main compartment sits on a 4-inch-tall drop bottom lined with water-resistant fabric and air vents to curb odors.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
These odors can be hard to eliminate so be wary of taking home anything that will require fumigation.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odors
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These developments have empowered women like Megan Thee Stallion to challenge entrenched norms and advocate for their reputations in real time.Sughnen Yongo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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And if creating new or expanding old campuses remains too expensive, perhaps the state should focus on building the programs and reputations of the Cal State universities.Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Built for winter homebodies and self-care fiends, their new aromas include sea breeze, firewood and forest air.Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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The Starbucks Single-Origin Ethiopia is a blonde roast coffee featuring ginger blossom aromas and notes of tangerine, lemon balm, and sweet dates.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
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Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk.Costa Beavin Pappas, ARTnews.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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Another standout offering is the Spa Wave Table, a unique treatment that combines sound and gentle vibrations to help guests achieve deep relaxation.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024
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Others misunderstand your moods as the moon and Mercury clash.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
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People who practice Pilates have reported improved moods and cognition.Amy Kwan, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Odors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odors. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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