rancid

Example Sentences

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As Nolso opens the door, a rancid odour escaped.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

"It's an absolutely rancid, horrible smell, and it just burns your throat," says Pauline Claridge who has lived in this part of Rainham for 15 years.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2025

Left too long in that environment, it will eventually turn rancid.

From Salon • Jan. 19, 2025

After enduring rancid landfill odors for roughly a year, some Santa Clarita Valley residents have reached their breaking point.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2024

The smile that Lord Janos Slynt smiled then had all the sweetness of rancid butter.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin