mias
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Plural
miasmas
1
unhealthy vapors rising from the ground or other sources
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2
a noxious or unpleasant atmosphere
- The swampy marshland emitted a miasma of decay, making it difficult to breathe and causing discomfort to those nearby.
- The abandoned building was shrouded in a miasma of neglect and decay, with a musty odor permeating the air.
- The political scandal created a miasma of distrust and suspicion among the population, undermining confidence in the government.
- After days of heavy rain, the stagnant water in the gutter formed a miasma of foul-smelling vapors, causing pedestrians to hurry past with handkerchiefs over their noses.
- The toxic fumes from the industrial plant created a miasma of pollution, leading to health problems for residents in the surrounding area.
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