scent
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
People drifted in and out, collecting bags of food or hot plates, as the air filled with the scent of cooking.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
Lindeman says she was inspired by Los Angeles’ broader scent culture and a curiosity about what it would feel like to center smell in a communal setting.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The idea is that even the most mundane of things can be maxxed, whether that’s sleep, scent, status — even a particular country, namely China.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
This connection offers new insight into how scent information travels from the nose into neural circuits.
From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026
The griffin lifted his head and laid it in the crook of Mal’s elbow, and he inhaled her scent.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
Vocabulary lists containing scent
The Nose Knows: Olfactory Vocabulary
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Words to Know Before You Defrost the Bird
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Smell Words
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
