five senses
Americanplural noun
Example Sentences
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Claire’s first advertising campaign under the new owners is a dreamlike, colorful celebration of the five senses featuring bubble writing, gummy candies, press-on nails and the requisite slime in digital, social media and influencer ads.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
Published in Scientific Reports, the study suggests there may be an optimal number of senses -- if so, those of us with five senses could use a couple more!
From Science Daily • Oct. 8, 2025
Of our five senses, smell might be the most ignored.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025
He tried to activate his five senses during walks on the field, some of them in bare feet.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024
Mr. Barrett says it’s important to make sure that when we describe things in a piece of writing, we appeal to all of the five senses: sight, smell, sound, taste, and touch.
From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy
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