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smokey (adjective)

Smokey describes something that resembles smoke in appearance, smell, or taste. It often refers to a quality that is dark, hazy, or has a distinct flavor or aroma reminiscent of burning wood or embers.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Smokey' Bear eating 'Smokey' Bacon in a 'Smokey' Grey forest. The 'ey' at the end is like the 'ey' in 'Eye'...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'smoking' instead of 'smokey'. → The air was smokey.

Spelling it 'smokie'. → Smokey or Smoky.

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