a good nose

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Once roasted, coffee will deteriorate quickly. Coffee contains volatile gases which must not be lost after roasting if the beans are to have a good nose. (BNC-B)

I was happy here once, he told her. There was nowhere to sit but on the narrow bed beside the fireplace. I can smell something, Stella said. I’ve a very good nose for smells. (BNC-B)

Ambrose shows off a good nose for re-invention. (WebCorp)

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