rancid
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As Nolso opens the door, a rancid odour escaped.
From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026
Perhaps Robinson's big mistake is refusing to own his rancid commentary.
From Salon • Sep. 21, 2024
Poor quality oil, or rancid oil, will have a lower smoke point.
From Seattle Times • May 20, 2024
The goat was "nasty and mean", smelled "disgusting, musky, rancid", and would chase her young children, knocking them down.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2024
Her clothes smell faintly of the Smeaths’ house, a mixture of scouring powder and cooked turnips and slightly rancid laundry, and the earth under porches.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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