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“Reeks” or “Wreaks”

Overview

reeks / wreaks are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

reeks: (verb) smell badly and offensively. (verb) be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face. (verb) give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc..

wreaks: NA

Pronunciation

reeks: r·IY·k·s

wreaks: r·IY·k·s

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Examples in Context

Examples of “reeks”

  • Christian symbol to attract tourism "reeks of avarice and hypocrisy."
  • funny and stupid as it reeks of bad trip freak outs

Examples of “wreaks”

  • monstrous, almost immortal bear that wreaks havoc throughout the forest.


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