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redolent

[red-l-uhnt] / ˈrɛd l ənt /


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On “Age of Capricorn” a buzzing voice seems to be reciting some kind of code, with strings of letters ringing out over pulsing synths and a blooming bassline redolent of a pipe organ.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

A slightly sweet, oily scent, redolent of old workshops or antique paraffin lamps.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

That pact to respect the dignity of the deceased, redolent of the old-school media environment, where gory films had to be sought out on LiveLeak, did not last.

From Slate • Sep. 12, 2025

“Shame Game” has a psychedelic vibe that’s kinda like a hybrid of Strawberry Alarm Clock and Blue Oyster Cult, while the title track has a prog rock vibe redolent of Styx, Rush and Mars Volta.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2025

I entered the immaculate little shop, redolent of freshly sawn pine and oak, and found him working at a shrieking band saw.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam




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