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to reek
01
to emit a strong and offensive odor
Intransitive
Examples
The stagnant water in the pond began to reek after days of no movement.
The damp basement reeked of mold and mildew.
02
to be indicative of an unpleasant quality
Intransitive: to reek of an unpleasant quality
Examples
The politician 's sudden change of stance on the issue reeked of insincerity and opportunism.
The suspiciously low prices of the products at the market reeked of potential counterfeiting.
03
to emit smoke or fumes
Intransitive
Examples
The chimney of the old house began to reek as the fire crackled inside.
As the old boiler overheated, it started to reek, signaling a potential malfunction.
Reek
01
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
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reeking
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