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reeked

/riːkt/ verb · British & US
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What does reeked mean?

verb

to give off a strong, unpleasant smell; to smell strongly of something, especially something unpleasant.

Example

"The old, abandoned factory reeked of decay and neglect."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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