sniffing

Example Sentences

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He spent a full minute sniffing my legs and shoes, after coming up to Viana to be petted.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

The skepticism of the AI-chip trade is striking, but the trading on Thursday may indicate that investors are sniffing out a recovery in Android phone sales on the horizon.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Halliday: I see Agnes and Daisy as being two cats in a room sniffing each other out.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

She spent 14% of her time in the opposition box, sniffing out chances and occupying centre-backs.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

As the minutes ticked by, he could hear guard dogs sniffing at the car.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau