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
Aristotle famously described five senses, but he also believed the universe was made of five elements, an idea modern science has long rejected.
From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026
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
But I have had enough melodrama in this life, and would willingly give my five senses if they could ensure us our present peace and security.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
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