infested
Example Sentences
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The owner of the veterinary clinic arrived at work at 6:30 a.m. and found the dog, which was “extremely malnourished,” infested with fleas and missing a tooth, Spitzer said.
From Los Angeles Times
For a few years, they lived in a home that was infested with mold, which aggravated his brother’s asthma and forced them to leave.
From Seattle Times
The building was described as being “in very poor condition and rat infested,” which was slowing progress for investigators.
From Washington Times
I know that you are worried that one morning you will wake up and they will have infested your house, too.
From Washington Post
Many had scabies, untreated hernia and pneumonia, and were infested lice.
From Los Angeles Times
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