as in scent
a strong-smelling substance used in perfume
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Recent Examples of musk
Almond, mimosa, and musk are the calming scents that make up this candle’s fragrance.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Feb. 2026
West says that fragrances with deeper notes like musk, tobacco, and cardamom, create a lasting impression as the fragrance dries down throughout the day.
—Allure, 17 Feb. 2026
Initio’s cult-favorite musk offers comfort, elegance, and an effortlessly clean vibe.
—Essence, 30 Jan. 2026
The crisp mix of citrus, white florals, and musk is undeniably romantic, but not super girly or feminine.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Feb. 2026
West says that fragrances with deeper notes like musk, tobacco, and cardamom, create a lasting impression as the fragrance dries down throughout the day.
—Allure, 17 Feb. 2026
Initio’s cult-favorite musk offers comfort, elegance, and an effortlessly clean vibe.
—Essence, 30 Jan. 2026
The crisp mix of citrus, white florals, and musk is undeniably romantic, but not super girly or feminine.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for musk
Noun
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Strong-smelling companion plants mask the scent of crops so pests cannot find them.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
5 Apr. 2026
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Throw out those old sponges and try out a new scent (like a fresh lemon or floral) to make your home smell brand new.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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The scent of orange blossoms mixes with heady incense.—
Alexis Marshall,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
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The former leaves a nuanced, musky, and white floral scent that’s similar to incense.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2026
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If perfumes that smell like beachy days, warm sun, and vanilla ice cream are up your alley, Sunlit Vanilla Eau de Parfum is available at Sephora for $30.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
4 Apr. 2026
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The sweet story Chocolate perfumes the air around Calle Fortaleza and Calle San José in Old San Juan as Blessie Casul prepares mocha coffee after mocha coffee out of her popular chocolaterie, Ferangi Chocolat.—
Sandra Guzman,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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Individual components—such as wetness indicators, adhesives, dyes and fragrances—would also fall under the disclosure requirements.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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The pool won't win awards for its size or view, but the fragrance from the nearby frangipani trees and cool water is a welcome relief from the hot temperatures.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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McInerney fans may take a few sniffs opening weekend, and Fox fans may hole up for a couple weeks of curious glances, but Bright Lights boxoffice prospects seem mighty dim.—
Duane Byrge,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2026
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In addition, Broomfield Police K-9 Rodo recently conducted an open-air sniff of the front and rear yards of the property, which yielded negative results.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Abreu and Caleb Durbin followed with a pair of two-out singles, but Vásquez ended the inning with a strikeout of Mayer on a changeup, one of just three punchouts in the game and one of his 14 whiffs.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Holmes induced 14 whiffs, mostly with his sharp slider.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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Other barriers to having home-cooked, nutritious food could include lack of motivation, medications or losing the sense of taste or smell that may lead to apathy about food.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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The earthy, herbaceous scent is described by various commenters as a match for the smell left behind on your fingers after picking a fresh tomato off the vine, or the experience of walking through a garden.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Apr. 2026
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Purchasing a model that has antimicrobial protection means the bristles are treated to fight odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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An early morning Delta Air Lines flight bound for Seattle (SEA) returned to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) shortly after takeoff Wednesday when an odor was detected on board, a Delta Air Lines spokesperson said.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Musk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musk. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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