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vermin

[vur-min] / ˈvɜr mɪn /
NOUN
noxious or annoying small animals or insects
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The company has also been accruing fines as air regulators demand the company take additional steps to mitigate the smell and vermin that has been drawn to the site and surrounding neighborhoods.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

Loft and Pellen each said they felt the birds had to be classified as vermin due to the spread of disease.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

It also involves the ability to communicate with stressed customers who want insects and vermin gone — and the stomach to accomplish the task.

From MarketWatch Apr. 28, 2026

Army, had unleashed on Peter and a fellow soldier while they were hospitalized: mind control through miniature vermin.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 9, 2026

He arrived here in the deep winter when the Founders were under attack from many foxes, vermin and a great wildcat.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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