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infestation

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




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Young animals are especially vulnerable as the umbilical cord and wounds from typical husbandry practices such as castration are prime sites for infestation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

First of all, the rancher has eyes on their animal, and if they see that the animal has an infestation, they send it to a vet.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

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

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

"With the right treatment, with the right engagement, every cockroach infestation can be controlled," he said.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

They are chewing me alive like an infestation of thoughts, shame, mistakes.

From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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