smell
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The island's distinctive white colour comes from bird droppings - also known as guano - which coat the surface and give it a distinctive smell.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Officials had warned that when the neutralized chemical is transferred into sealed trucks for transport and disposal, people might smell a “fruity or plastic-like odor.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
To help cut down the fishy smell, top the fish with your choice of acid, like fresh lemon juice or rice vinegar.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
This does smell quite dirty, and we look forward to learning more about it.
From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026
And as if reading my mind, Lou says, “That scent is from my simmer pot. I just throw in some lemon peels, orange rind, and cinnamon sticks. Makes the house smell nice.”
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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Vocabulary from Readings 1, Unit 4
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