bad breath

noun

: breath that smells unpleasant

He has bad breath.

Examples of bad breath in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Possible side effects of omega-3 supplements include bad breath, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, headaches, smelly sweat, and an unpleasant taste in the mouth. —

Isabel Vasquez, Rd, Ldn, Parents, 4 Apr. 2024 For example, dental problems like gum disease or tooth decay can result in bad breath that permeates throughout your furry friend's entire body. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024 Bad bacteria can get trapped in oxygen-poor areas and cause bacteria buildup as well as bad breath. —

Daley Quinn, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2024 Gum’s bubble burst during the COVID-19 pandemic, when masks and social distancing made bad breath less of a worry and fewer people spent on impulse buys. —

By dee-Ann Durbin, Quartz, 7 Mar. 2024 In addition to reducing bad breath, tongue scrapers can also help reduce cavities and enhance your sense of taste. —

Daley Quinn, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2024 Some bacteria in the back of the tongue, for example, interact with amino acids from the food, producing sulfur-producing compounds that cause bad breath. —

Popular Science, 14 Mar. 2024 This puppy chew helps reduce tartar build-up and bad breath, while providing essential nutrients for healthy teeth and gums. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 9 July 2023 There often aren't any symptoms associated with it, but some people may report gagging, nausea, problems tasting, mouth dryness, pain, or bad breath. —

Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 7 July 2023

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