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Definitions

sniff

[snif] / snɪf /
VERB
breathe in
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
hold nose


Example Sentences

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Private fund managers may sniff that the JPMorgan CEO is arguing his book here, but he’s right about the relative lack of transparency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

This is the evidence Robinson believes can be England's X-factor at the World Cup, irrespective of those "purists" who may sniff at such an approach.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Danoff’s long success was due in part to his ability to sniff out large growth companies early and ride them for years of gains.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Rampling crackles as a matriarch who can sniff out her kids’ lies and insecurities but has the good manners not to say anything.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2025

Zvezda stood at Dyedka’s side, neck stretched up as far as it would reach to sniff at the bird’s tail.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack




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