Whiff

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LampPro Tip 1/2
Subtle AwarenessPlay
Used when a smell is not strong but just noticeable enough to recognize. SlideA whiff of jasmine tickled my senses in the garden.
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Brief EncounterPlay
Emphasizes short duration when encountering smells briefly. SlideWalking by the bakery, I caught a whiff of fresh bread.