reeking

[US]/'rikiŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the smell of smoke
v. emitting a foul odor; fumigating; filling with a strong smell; giving off steam
adj. giving off steam; emitting a foul odor.

Phrases & Collocations

reeking of sweat

reeking of alcohol

Example Sentences

The murderess's hands seemed to be reeking with blood after they had been washed clean.

The garbage can was reeking of rotten food.

His shoes were reeking after walking through the muddy field.

The old fridge was reeking of mold and mildew.

The alley was reeking with the smell of garbage.

The bathroom was reeking of sewage due to a clogged drain.

The abandoned house was reeking of decay and neglect.

The locker room was reeking of sweat after the intense workout.

The kitchen was reeking of burnt toast.

The old books were reeking of musty odor.

The wet dog was reeking of wet fur.

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