musty

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New research now shows that the distinctive musty scent of mummified remains holds valuable clues about how these elaborate burial rituals were carried out.

From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026

“The Library of Lost Maps” begins in this way, with a suitably romantic discovery that evokes the musty, analog nature of the map room’s treasures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

Although the troubles of our world never bled into “What We Do in the Shadows,” the story never shied away from politics within its own musty, rotten realm.

From Salon • Nov. 11, 2024

"I wouldn't want to drink water that has an earthy and musty taste, but it is safe," she added.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2024

It was not food at all, but only a little water, warm and musty.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander