Something unwanted that can linger Crossword Clue

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Something unwanted that can linger Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. any property detected by the olfactory system
2. the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

UNWANTED (adjective)
1. not wanted
2. not wanted; not needed
SOMETHING (noun)
1. An indeterminate or unknown event.
2. A substance or material thing, unknown indeterminate or not specified.

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Down

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