strange odour

Frequency: 7.110.5 per million words

an unusual or surprising smell

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Examples (10)

  • A strange odour emanated from the abandoned house.
  • She noticed a strange odour in the kitchen after the power went out.
  • The scientist was intrigued by the strange odour produced by the new chemical compound.
  • There was a strange odour coming from the old refrigerator.
  • We couldn't identify the strange odour that filled the hallway.
  • He detected a faint but strange odour in the air.
  • The detective followed the strange odour to the hidden room.
  • Guests complained about a strange odour in their hotel room.
  • After the rain, a strange odour of damp earth lingered in the garden.
  • The doctor was concerned by the strange odour accompanying the patient's symptoms.