aphid

Example Sentences

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That theory sounded plausible to Andy Jensen, another aphid researcher.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 30, 2023

He said he had not heard of similar aphid hordes in Canada, either related to the smoke or not.

From New York Times • Jun. 30, 2023

If they grow too numerous—as happened with the aphid experiments—they deposit eggs all over the place.

From Science Magazine • Jul. 19, 2022

However, the common aphid can easily be evicted with a vigorous jet of water and a little hand smushing.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2022

She bent and flicked away a green aphid that had perched on her dress before she walked away.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie