insect repellent
Example Sentences
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“They take it out on a little eye dropper, and they put it all over,” he continued, adding that the team used insect repellent on his face to keep the bees clear from that area.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026
They had no adult actors on set to learn from, and lots of sunscreen and insect repellent was required.
From BBC ● Feb. 14, 2026
And in case the bugs start biting, the Necker Island team notes that insect repellent is included.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 16, 2026
Experts point out that prevention is key when visiting rural areas in affected regions, which includes keeping any open wounds clean and covered, and using an insect repellent.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2025
This time I had water, peanut butter sandwiches, a map, and insect repellent.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
