1
as in smells
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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2
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
After neighbors in October 2023 reported foul odors from the Penrose funeral home, officials arrested the couple in November 2023, in Oklahoma.
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Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Stains, musty odors, or warped materials can all signal long-term exposure.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
Cleaning your water bottle with a brush and antibacterial soap after every use will keep germs in check and odors at bay.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
For heat tools, look for inconsistency with heating, odors, and discoloration and/or damage on the heating plates or barrel.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
The compartments are deep enough to actually hold things upright, and the material wipes clean without absorbing odors from the spatulas and wooden spoons cohabitating within.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
City officials did not say if the spill was large enough to prompt safety concerns or odors for people living near Studman Branch.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
No harsh odors and acetone-free.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
These laws shielded farmers from nuisance complaints due to odors, noise, dust and slow-moving farm vehicles on local roads.
—Joshua Vadeboncoeur, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2026
Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Stains, musty odors, or warped materials can all signal long-term exposure.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
Cleaning your water bottle with a brush and antibacterial soap after every use will keep germs in check and odors at bay.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
For heat tools, look for inconsistency with heating, odors, and discoloration and/or damage on the heating plates or barrel.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
The compartments are deep enough to actually hold things upright, and the material wipes clean without absorbing odors from the spatulas and wooden spoons cohabitating within.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
City officials did not say if the spill was large enough to prompt safety concerns or odors for people living near Studman Branch.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
No harsh odors and acetone-free.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
These laws shielded farmers from nuisance complaints due to odors, noise, dust and slow-moving farm vehicles on local roads.
—Joshua Vadeboncoeur, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for odors
Noun
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In fact, there are a wide variety of strong smells, including garlic and many essential oils, that may also repel ants in your home.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
25 Apr. 2026
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These dishes will fill your kitchen with fun sounds and mouthwatering smells.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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Using scents like green apple or berries will fill your home with a great aroma without compromising on any cleaning.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Surround yourself with the colors and scents of the tropical plants, plus learn about the secrets of the local awapuhi plant from the florists themselves.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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People can be skeptical when screen stars parachute into plays around Tony season to burnish their reputations.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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The dress code rewards craft and concept — both of which the group’s stylists have built reputations on.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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The tortoiseshell palette is deconstructed in this look, which features a blend of full torties, chocolate brown tips, and barley there caramel auras.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
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These characters have been somewhat thinly drawn despite the vibrant auras of Joy Sunday and Richard Jenkins since the beginning.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
13 Apr. 2026
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The season brings natural aromas like florals and herbs that signal a new beginning.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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These pioneering chemists from IQUEMA also spearheaded other astonishing, detailed archaeological initiatives that determined the compositions of old wine and aromas of the Roman Empire and of the mortars used in the Domus of Salvius, in the present case.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Apr. 2026
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Until sound effects, tones, and grating atmospheres rub right up against the dialogue.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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That’s unfortunate, as a number of important phenomena, from the earliest galaxies to the features of exoplanet atmospheres, are only detectable at infrared wavelengths.—
JOHN TIMMER,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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The truth in this story seems to be elusive and unknowable, and this circles back to your earlier question about what kind of assumptions are made about people with names like Saïd or Tamerlan.—
Cressida Leyshon,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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The sandwiches derive their names from the city’s streets.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Moon moves through your 1st House of Identity, bringing focus to your feelings and responses.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Violence can come from feelings of powerlessness and desperation.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Odors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odors. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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