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sniffing

VERB
breathe in
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
hold nose


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“I believe equities are sniffing out the deteriorating credit quality in the $3 trillion of off-balance sheet items being used to finance the AI capex boom.”

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026

But when urine from a different cat was introduced, their interest rose again, and they spent more time sniffing.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026

The Pomeranian munchkins in Munchkinland skitter around, sniffing wagging butts.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026

As part of the response, the US is stationing dogs capable of sniffing out screwworms at the borders.

From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026

Alexander inhaled deeply to demonstrate his sniffing powers, but the paprika made him sneeze.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood



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