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as in stench
a strong unpleasant smell
the stink of burned plastic lingered in the kitchen for days after we accidentally melted a spatula on the stove
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as in objection
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
many town residents raised an unholy stink about the proposal to increase taxes yet again
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Recent Examples of stink
Kristin Canning, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
In 2021, thousands of Los Angeles County residents living near the Dominguez Channel received vouchers to relocate after a warehouse fire caused a hydrogen sulfide stink.
—Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2024
Katie Rife, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
The non-conference schedule is not murderous, and there’s a chance a lot of the teams in the league just stink.
—Jon Greenberg, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
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The DEET stink is still there, but the lotion formula feels more pleasant and less greasy to me than most sprays.
—Kristin Canning, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
In 2021, thousands of Los Angeles County residents living near the Dominguez Channel received vouchers to relocate after a warehouse fire caused a hydrogen sulfide stink.
—Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2024
Verb
But that’s all stinking water under London Bridge, now that Daddy Cravensworth needs a favor.
—Katie Rife, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
The non-conference schedule is not murderous, and there’s a chance a lot of the teams in the league just stink.
—Jon Greenberg, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stink
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Not only would Floridians have to suffer the stench, but auto insurance rates would likely rise due to the increase of vehicular accidents.Letters to the Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Nov. 2024
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The brutally humid, sauna-like subway station platforms, the foul rotting sidewalk garbage stench that fills the air once temps hit 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and… sun damage in the form of hyperpigmentation.Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 26 Nov. 2024
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Over the objections of the defense, which is seeking a mistrial, the judge agreed to grant the DA's motion, CNN reports.Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Over defense objections, Judge Maxwell Wiley agreed with prosecutors, who argued that dismissing the first count of second-degree manslaughter eliminates the defense’s concern about a compromise verdict.Gloria Pazmino, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
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One person said the scents smell great and are long-lasting.Bridget Degnan, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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Choose to cut down your own Christmas tree, or simply go to look and smell the fresh pine and fir scents.Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
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That’s the fun thing for me, is there’s no reason the next one couldn’t suck back in and be a chamber piece again.Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2022
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Despite its appearance, the hummingbird’s tongue doesn't suck up nectar like a drinking straw.National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
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Both retailers have exceptions to their return policies, including non-returnable items and items with shorter return windows.James Powel, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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While forced fun/table games is my pet peeve, something about Christmas makes this time of year an exception.Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The sources said the suspect's clothes reeked of fuel and his clothes were wet.Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 5 Nov. 2024
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By Zoë Schlanger When delegates of the world gather in Baku, Azerbaijan, next week for the most important yearly meeting on climate change, their meetings will overlook a reeking lake, polluted by the oil fields on the other side.Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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So far this fall, Milwaukee DNS has seen a 35% increase in complaints from last year about landlords providing no heat or insufficient heat, WITI-TV (Channel 6) and WTMJ-TV (Channel 4) reported.Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
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The lender then canceled her refinance application in response, according to the complaint.Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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Share your experience, give actionable tips, or ask smart questions.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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There's never been a question about their love for each other and their dedication to one another.Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Stink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stink. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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