hives

Example Sentences

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“The bees were in that field,” Teller said, “and once the fire passed through, we tried to save whatever hives we could that weren’t on fire.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Funkhouser, a veteran commercial beekeeper, should have around 1,200 hives under his care.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Jenson, from Four Crosses in Powys, said looking after his hives can help him "focus and not worry" about day-to-day life.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

As commercial hives across the United States struggle to survive attacks from deadly parasites, a distinct hybrid bee found in this region is showing a surprising ability to endure.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

The maroon matched the stress hives that were starting to appear on her chest and neck.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway