Library books smell musty.

Meaning: The books in the library have a distinctive smell that comes from being stored in a closed space for a long time.

Choice of Words: Library - a place where books are kept and can be borrowed.

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• He loved the musty smell of old books.
• The house was old and creaky, with a musty smell.
• Musty smell filled hallway.
• The old books smelled musty and dusty.
• The musty odor permeated the ancient chamber.
• Mothballs scented the musty air.
• I love the smell of new books.
• She loved the smell of new books.
• She loved the smell of old books.
• I love the smell of old books.