nostrils
Example Sentences
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The species also had a snout that extended farther beyond its nostrils than those of other crocodiles living at the time.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 13, 2026
Chesson, as trained, inhaled a lungful of air through her nostrils in a single deep breath.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2025
Celtic had the scent of a treble in their nostrils and Brendan Rodgers had the air of invincibility in his demeanour.
From BBC ● May 24, 2025
Stepping away into the L.A. mountains, you’ll be greeted with a sound bath from crickets and birds as the smell of pine, sage and bay laurel fills your nostrils.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2025
A breeze blew over them, filling Pong's nostrils with a scent he hadn't smelled since he left Tanaburi.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
