1
as in aura
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 scent
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 reputation
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 odor
No plastic tips, no strong chemical odors—just a UV lamp and some serious artistry.
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Larry Stansbury, Essence, 17 July 2025
Visible buildup, foul odors, or diminished performance are signs that the bidet seat or attachment needs to be cleaned.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
But one apartment on the first floor has a bad odor that emanates from it.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 12 July 2025
Fill the hot water, add a small amount of dish soap, and a disinfecting spray to repel odors and maintain bacteria at bay.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
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Larry Stansbury, Essence, 17 July 2025
Visible buildup, foul odors, or diminished performance are signs that the bidet seat or attachment needs to be cleaned.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
But one apartment on the first floor has a bad odor that emanates from it.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 12 July 2025
Fill the hot water, add a small amount of dish soap, and a disinfecting spray to repel odors and maintain bacteria at bay.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for odor
Noun
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This season’s cast includes a professional bull rider, event curator, marketing manager, AI consultant, aura painter, attorney and a dungeon master, among others.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
1 Aug. 2025
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Neeson’s surly, simmering kettle-of-violence aura throws things off a bit.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
30 July 2025
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The new scent — which opens with bergamot, ginger and cardamom, has orange blossom at its heart and is grounded with warm woods and patchouli — evokes a full-circle moment for Butler.—
Jackie Fields,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Lemongrass is a grass-like plant with a lemon scent and citrus taste.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
31 July 2025
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Patrick was a freshman state senator at the time, and he was elected to that office with the reputation of a showman.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Cutting deeply into operational muscle damages brand reputation and customer retention, which costs more in the long term.—
David Earl,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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On the other side of the pass, the smell of sulphur rises in white mist.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Rubber mulch may leach toxic chemicals into the soil and make your yard smell like hot tires.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
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The whiskey features aromas of toasted nuts, café mocha, and vanilla.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Balancing different spirits, syrups, and mixers is what will distinguish a superb drink with nuanced flavors and aromas from a concoction that tastes like something banned by the Geneva Convention.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 July 2025
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Good design ranked among the top four characteristics industry professionals used to describe high-quality thought leadership—above speed to market and the repute of the author.—
Yogesh Shah,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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The most stinging repute came from China, which accused the U.S. of abandoning Haiti at a dire moment after helping set up its ruling transitional presidential council, now mired in controversy and credibility issues.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 Apr. 2025
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With only six months left before implementation, one wonders: Will it be further delayed? Forests play a critical role in absorbing carbon from the atmosphere.—
Simi Thambi,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) predicts there is already too much carbon in the atmosphere to remain under the 1.5°C temperature target, necessitating carbon removal.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
25 July 2025
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But the always creative Rays could also dip their toes in the deep end and take a bigger swing at one of the most prominent names in the reliever market.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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The name sturgeon moon comes from the lake sturgeon, native to the Great Lakes and traditionally a key food source for Indigenous tribes during this summer season, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
28 July 2025
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“Odor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/odor. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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