smoke

Example Sentences

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As curious gas-station patrons wander in to see what’s behind the secret door, he tinkers with smoke and professional-grade whippers and runs cocktail mixtures through a centrifuge to smooth the texture.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Aerial news footage showed firefighters walking on the roof of the building, where light smoke was rising through the ceiling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Layering protein creates contrast in texture and flavor: crisped edges against softness, smoke against sweetness, spice against dairy.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Richardson described it as "quite a common thing", for people to "make your money in the smoke and grime of Liverpool but you don't want to live there, and instead move out into the country".

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

There’s a burger place with smoke pouring out of a pipe on the roof.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith