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to smell a rat

 

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to smell a rat

Part of speech: Verb


Sense 1:

Definition: To suspect that something is wrong or suspicious.

Example sentence: I could smell a rat when my friend suddenly canceled our plans without giving a reason.


Sense 2:

Definition: To detect or sense the presence of deception or dishonesty.

Example sentence: The detective's keen instincts allowed him to smell a rat in the suspect's alibi.


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