whiffing
moving or drifting out in small puffs or wisps
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Season 41, Episode 9Documentary
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domesticate
to tame an animal and keep it as a pet or for farming
interbreed
to breed animals from different groups or breeds
waft
to move or carry something gently through the air, or to move gently in the air
herculean
requiring a lot of effort or strength
appetizing
looking or smelling good enough to make you want to eat it
cacophony
a harsh mixture of loud, unpleasant sounds
blinder
a very good shot, pass, or piece of play in football
intently
in a way that shows close attention and strong focus
immobility
the state of not moving or being able to move
exquisitely
in a very beautiful, delicate, or skillful way
admirably
in a way that deserves admiration
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acutely
in a way that is very strongly felt, noticed, or understood
comatose
in a coma; deeply unconscious for a long time
doze
to sleep lightly for a short time, especially when you are not fully asleep
olfactory
relating to the sense of smell
rearer
a person who breeds and cares for animals
leavings
things that are left over after something is used, eaten, or finished
barium
a chemical element, symbol Ba, atomic number 56
nosing
the front edge of a step or stair
fascinate
to attract and hold someone's attention or interest strongly
whiff
a brief smell that you notice for a moment
repellent
able to repel or keep away something unwanted
mullet
a hairstyle that is short on the top and sides and longer at the back