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as in stench
a strong unpleasant smell
a terrible reek coming from the garbage can
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Recent Examples of reek
Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Having said that, on a site that reeks of 1995 in its online sophistication, both documents are downloadable.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 1 Feb. 2025
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Mar. 2025
When your chip bags spilled over and your idols reeked and all your friends tried to kill you.
—Jessica Furseth, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
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Noun
What else is going on Does your home reek of wildfire smoke?
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Having said that, on a site that reeks of 1995 in its online sophistication, both documents are downloadable.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 1 Feb. 2025
Verb
The loss reeked of exhaustion, fatigue creeping in from a relentless schedule that has zapped the energy of a team that had been brimming with it after the All-Star break.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Mar. 2025
When your chip bags spilled over and your idols reeked and all your friends tried to kill you.
—Jessica Furseth, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reek
Noun
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All these ailments seem to ebb and flow along with the toxic stench of the wastewater.—
Kimberly Dickson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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In addition to beach closures, Navy SEALs and recruits train near the toxic runoff and children and some elderly residents on the U.S. side of the border have gotten sick because of the stench from the runoff, said Desmond.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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When a massive storm knocked out power and sent the world outside into a flickering haze of uncertainty — no streetlights, no signal, no safety net — James was there.—
Nina E. Cerfolio,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Duhamel walks us through Staten's rash actions, still driven by being lost in a haze of grief, including a punch that will have serious repercussions for Staten going forward.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Essential oils: These can help your home and car smell good and mask odors.—
Joe Difazio,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Gleaming statement bottle aside, this smells rich and indulgent without smacking you in the face.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Morning Fog Effect: Coastal Chilean Wine Perhaps the most visible manifestation of the Humboldt's influence is the morning fog.—
Jill Barth,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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On Thursday at 11:09 p.m. a dense fog advisory was issued by the NWS San Diego CA valid for Friday between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. for Orange County Coastal.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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That defeats the whole — that's just making someone who stinks better.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Why parents love it: Besides being really stinking cute, Puffin Rock introduces basic science concepts and teaches kids about respecting the environment.—
Anna Earl,
Parents,
26 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Pregame The clouds are rolling into Fayetteville as Arkansas and Texas A&M players go through warmups.—
Matt Jones,
Arkansas Online,
18 Apr. 2025
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Then, the dust cloud will reappear in the night sky toward the end of April.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Once hard to find, these fragrances deliver more intimacy and longevity than the typical mists, allowing for a subtle scent that lasts longer than their liquid peers.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
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Avène Thermal Spring Water Facial Spray $19 at Amazon The sensitive skin-friendly facial mist was formulated (and clinically proven to) soothe, calm, and hydrate the skin, according to the brand.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Reek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reek. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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