Often used metaphorically to describe human ability to detect something not obvious.

Figurative Sense

It emphasizes using one's intuition rather than concrete evidence.

Intuition

Refers to identifying something by picking up on subtle signs or clues.

Highlights a skill or ability to search for something by scent, often by animals.

Used literally to refer to the physical act of using the sense of smell to find something.

Commonly used in contexts involving searches by professionals, like police.