I ___ a rat! Crossword Clue

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I ___ a rat! Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. any property detected by the olfactory system
2. the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
(verb)
1. have an element suggestive (of something)
2. become aware of not through the senses but instinctively

Hint 2: Clue Definition

RAT (noun)
1. someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike
2. a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible
RAT (verb)
1. take the place of work of someone on strike
2. give away information about somebody

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
MELLS

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