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sniff at



VERB
thumb one's nose
Synonyms


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But Parris came off after an hour, having struggled to implement England's press and having barely had a sniff at goal.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2025

It was about 8:30 p.m. when the spotted beast appeared and stopped to sniff at mountain lion scat before opening its jaw.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2024

Some professional food-tasters might sniff at my feelings about a pea-protein patty, but no matter.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 11, 2021

Unlike in the city, here my dog rarely pulls on the leash to sniff at a fire hydrant or an electric pole.

From Salon • Oct. 23, 2021

Runt dipped his head to sniff at a snail.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker




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