waft

Example Sentences

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It was malleable and oblong, perfectly complemented by a waft of boy-next-door blond locks and a brow that could convey emotion just as well as any histrionic soap dialogue.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

Equipment makers are developing machines that are more energy-efficient, and ventilation systems that waft aroma through the lobby—an old-school marketing tactic that still does the trick.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

On Thursday, in one over from Scott Boland, he was hit by a bouncer, almost pinned lbw and missed with a wild waft reminiscent of the second of those Brisbane brain fades.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

“If I get low enough, there will be a waft of methane,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

“Look up,” said the bear, as a waft of breeze moved aside the heavy curtain of the fog.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman