sniffing

Example Sentences

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He spent a full minute sniffing my legs and shoes, after coming up to Viana to be petted.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

Sheriff’s deputies credit two K-9s with saving a life after sniffing out a missing woman who had fallen 200 feet down a steep ravine in the San Bernardino Mountains, officials say.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

By sniffing beans and slurping coffee, these elite graders help keep the commodities market running: Their ratings help set U.S. futures-market prices for arabica.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

She spent 14% of her time in the opposition box, sniffing out chances and occupying centre-backs.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

They gathered around the step, sniffing and scratching.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques