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The phrase "a slight odor" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a faint or subtle smell that is noticeable but not overpowering.
Example: "As I entered the room, I detected a slight odor of burnt toast lingering in the air."
Alternatives: "a faint smell" or "a mild scent".
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The officer reported smelling a "slight odor of alcohol coming from his breath as he spoke".
A single picture, a few choice words and, yes, a slight odor can elicit a surprisingly intense reaction.
The office has a slight odor, and not the kind that might waft up from the tuna canners downstairs.
An affidavit said an officer detected a "slight odor of marijuana" on the bail money and a police dog confirmed it.
The mushroom is edible, with a mild taste and a slight odor of maple syrup.
They traveled with an overnight bag filled with Hermès ties and carried a slight odor of sulfur.
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And any slight odor dissipates almost immediately once it's applied to the soil.
A slight smell of sweat hung in the air — at least, the kitchen had that odor.
Step inside, where a slight chemical odor pinches the nose, and witness a new kind of industrial revolution.
No matter which Diaper Genie® model you've bought, there may be a slight diaper odor emitting from the area.
When I sniffed around its exhaust grill a few seconds after turning it on to see whether the air had improved, I could tell that the slight odor of its circuit board had diminished.
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