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Reeks Meaning in English

word · lemma: reek

/ˈɹiks/
REEKS
/ɹˈiːks/
REEKS

释义

To have or give off a very strong, unpleasant smell; often used to describe something that smells bad or suspicious.

用法与细微差别

Almost always negative; describes bad smells, especially strong ones. Can also be used figuratively ('reeks of corruption'). Common with 'of': 'reeks of smoke'. Informal in tone. Don't confuse with 'reek' (noun), which is rare.

例句

This garbage reeks.

basic

The kitchen reeks of onions.

basic

His shoes reek after gym class.

basic

Wow, your car reeks of cigarette smoke!

natural

The whole situation reeks of dishonesty.

natural

My hands reek after chopping garlic.

natural