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to smell
01
to release a particular scent
Linking Verb: to smell [adj]
Intransitive: to smell of sth
02
to recognize or become aware of a particular scent
Transitive: to smell sth
03
to emit an unpleasant or offensive odor
Intransitive
Linking Verb: to smell [adj]
04
to intuitively detect or suspect something without concrete evidence
Transitive: to smell a situation
05
to suggest or evoke a particular quality or feeling
Intransitive: to smell of a quality or feeling
Smell
01
the ability of nose to recognize smells
02
the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form
03
the distinct quality sensed by the nose, defining the essence of one's surroundings
04
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
05
the act of perceiving the odor of something
smell
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smelling
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smelling
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smelling
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smelling
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Example
The air smelled of salt and seaweed as we walked along the beach.
Right now, the kitchen is smelling of herbs and spices as the chef prepares the meal.
Yesterday, the bakery smelled of warm, freshly baked bread.
Coffee beans always smell enticing when freshly ground.
The spoiled food in the refrigerator smelled disgustingly foul.
