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Quickly, that was followed by the sweet, gentle fishiness of flaky white fish.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2023

The majestic beast disappeared momentarily, then resurfaced with a spout of mist that we soon smelled—whale breath—aptly described as a mix of farts and fishiness.

From National Geographic • Jan. 5, 2021

The lobster taco tastes mostly of creamy chipotle aioli, which is just as well since the featured ingredient has a pronounced fishiness.

From Washington Post • Jan. 13, 2020

It rests atop a slab of juicy daikon, also braised in the same liquid — a traditional anchovy broth with ginger, mirin and more — but separately, for ideal timing and to prevent fishiness.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2019

"And where did the fishiness come in?" said Mr. Flexen.

From The Loudwater Mystery by Jepson, Edgar