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infestation

[in-fe-stey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fɛˈsteɪ ʃən /




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Left untreated, the infestation can be deadly, and the parasites can quickly spread.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Angels officials said they quickly resolved a rodent infestation Orange County health inspectors flagged at an outdoor food stand in View Level Section 432.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

The enclave has been struck with a severe rat infestation fueled by uncollected trash and warmer weather.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Also read: Your bond portfolio is facing a ‘termite’ infestation far worse than Jamie Dimon’s ‘cockroaches’

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

His mom had been battling a mad fruit-fly infestation ever since the weather had turned really warm.

From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies




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