The Clue
Raise a big stink? (4 letter answer)
The Answer
REEK
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Notes
The answer REEK is seen frequently, appearing about once every 160 puzzles.
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Emit fumes
Emit smoke
Exude fumes
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Need Ban
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Definition
REEK as a noun:
1. (malodor, malodour, stench, stink, reek, fetor, foetor, mephitis) = a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
REEK as a verb:
1. (smack, reek) = have an element suggestive (of something); "his speeches smacked of racism"
2. (reek, stink) = smell badly and offensively; "The building reeks of smoke"
3. (reek, fume) = be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face
4. give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.; "Marshes reeking in the sun"