sweet-scented
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of sweet-scented
First recorded in 1585–95
Example Sentences
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Now, she honors his memory by planting sweet-scented roses that he cherished.
From New York Times ● Jul. 26, 2022
Now, she honors his memory through planting the sweet-scented roses he cherished.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2022
Set in a leafy patio garden with sweet-scented jasmine blossoming at one side, the collection conveyed an intimate feel.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 7, 2022
They were fresh—soft and sweet-scented, like they’d just come out of the box.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2013
She washed him with the warm water and the sweet-scented soap and dried him carefully bit by bit with the towel.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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