fume
Example Sentences
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The fumes from the cauldron were making him thickheaded and ill, but he shook himself.
From Literature
He blinked at the dirt and breathed in construction fumes.
From Literature
The movie is fueled by pure star power and you can’t fault Oscar voters for huffing its fumes.
From Los Angeles Times
This one left McDermott fuming after a critical call by the officials confirmed an interception by the Broncos.
In the confrontation that followed, one of the agents tossed a tear-gas canister, which an employee kicked under their vehicle, enveloping it with noxious fumes.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
