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as in smell
the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
dogs are able to detect scents that are far below the threshold detectable by the human nose
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as in to sense
to have a vague awareness of
he scented danger
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Recent Examples of scent
Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 May 2025
With notes of vanilla and sandalwood, TRES's Signature scent is sure to become yours, too.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 29 May 2025
Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 Apr. 2025
With his hair secured, Stanfield moves on to preparing his skin with a face oil by Vintner’s Daughter scented with organic botanicals, a recommendation from Momoa’s girlfriend, Adria Arjona.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Pink Blossom, which is a part of an eight-fragrance collection where each scent embodies a different color and mood, is surely the standout.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 May 2025
With notes of vanilla and sandalwood, TRES's Signature scent is sure to become yours, too.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 29 May 2025
Verb
This all-purpose detergent is decadently (but not overwhelmingly) scented with notes of lily of the valley, musk, and sandalwood for a bright, crisp scent, skillfully targeting dirt stains and grime every wash.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 Apr. 2025
With his hair secured, Stanfield moves on to preparing his skin with a face oil by Vintner’s Daughter scented with organic botanicals, a recommendation from Momoa’s girlfriend, Adria Arjona.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scent
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But that doesn’t just mean dessert-esque fragrances—the note can go sophisticated and subtle.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Strong Artificial Smells Filling your home with a beautiful fragrance is a great way to freshen up the space, create an ambience, and even mask unwanted pet odors!—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2025
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Being in nature offers them plenty of exercise and a world of exciting new smells to explore.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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Off odors or taste: If the jam has a sour or fermented smell or off-taste, it should be discarded.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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Fragrant white tubular blooms add to this plant's charm, perfuming the garden in summer through fall.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
21 May 2025
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Our goal is to teach individuals how to perfume themselves, to create their own rituals, and to discover scents that align with their essence.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Loyal fans and Substack readers looking for deeper dives into a brand world can sniff out when something is done strictly as a marketing play.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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By comparison, the males with more agreeable personalities sniffed the tubes more calmly.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
28 May 2025
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However, as the trial progresses, Merritt can sense the jury losing confidence in her argument.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
29 May 2025
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One important skill to master is how to read the room, to sense what the audience needs more of or less of—and to respond not only with prepared content, but with adaptable presence.—
Thomas Lim,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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This stunning wine is salmon colored in the glass with enticing aromas of apple, cherry blossom, and honeysuckle.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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Everyone really does gravitate toward nostalgia, memory-inducing aromas, and especially those that evoke reminders from summers past.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
Verb
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When aerosols such as sea spray or smoke are inhaled, the fine particles can reach deep into the body, entering the bloodstream and even the brain when the particles are small enough.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
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When using bleach, try not to inhale any of the fumes and open windows when possible.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
26 May 2025
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This series feels a lot more important than a late-May series should feel.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The keyboard is large and comfortable, with a few points deducted for HP's insistence on cramped arrow keys, and the touchpad feels good.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
27 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Scent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scent. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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