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infestation

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




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The Texas Animal Health Commission also asks that cattlemen closely monitor wounds, reduce biting pests like flies and ticks whenever possible, and abide by infestation quarantines drawn by state authorities.

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

Reed said the rodent infestation “was a bad look” and that the Angels need a new stadium in addition to a new owner.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

As she clasped the cloak around her shoulders, Gingersnipes stole a glance at the budding infestation outside the cottage window.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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