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UK//aɪ smɛl ɪt ɪn ðə ɛə//US//aɪ smɛl ɪt ɪn ðə ɛr//

Meaning of I smell it in the air

Expresses intuition or foreknowledge about a situation.

In simple words: I sense something happening or about to happen.

I smell it in the air in a sentence

  • I smell it in the air; something is about to change in the company.
  • As the finals approached, students could smell it in the air.
  • With the excitement building, you could definitely smell it in the air during the event.

How to use I smell it in the air

Use this phrase when you have a feeling or intuition about a situation. It’s neutral and can fit in both casual and formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of an invisible scent that hints at something important coming.

Related words

Collocations with I smell it in the air

  • sense a change
  • feeling in the air
  • something's coming

Synonyms for I smell it in the air

Common mistakes with I smell it in the air

  • Using it to describe specific odors instead of feelings.
  • Confusing it with literal smell instead of the metaphorical meaning.
  • Overusing in contexts where more concrete language is needed.

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Frequently asked questions about I smell it in the air

What does I smell it in the air mean?

I sense something happening or about to happen.

What is the definition of I smell it in the air?

Expresses intuition or foreknowledge about a situation.

How do you use I smell it in the air in a sentence?

I smell it in the air; something is about to change in the company.

Can you give another example of I smell it in the air?

As the finals approached, students could smell it in the air.

What are synonyms for I smell it in the air?

Common alternatives include I sense it, I feel it, I know it, It's in the air.

What words go with I smell it in the air?

It commonly pairs with sense a change, feeling in the air, something's coming.

What are common mistakes when using I smell it in the air?

Using it to describe specific odors instead of feelings. Confusing it with literal smell instead of the metaphorical meaning. Overusing in contexts where more concrete language is needed.

How do you pronounce I smell it in the air?

US: //aɪ smɛl ɪt ɪn ðə ɛr//, UK: //aɪ smɛl ɪt ɪn ðə ɛə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I smell it in the air?

Use this phrase when you have a feeling or intuition about a situation. It’s neutral and can fit in both casual and formal contexts.