sniffing

Example Sentences

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He spent a full minute sniffing my legs and shoes, after coming up to Viana to be petted.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

But at this point, it’s all but impossible to imagine him sniffing the playoffs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Halliday: I see Agnes and Daisy as being two cats in a room sniffing each other out.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

She spent 14% of her time in the opposition box, sniffing out chances and occupying centre-backs.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Emma was standing sleepily in her own doorway, sniffing the air.

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix