infested
Example Sentences
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The owner of the veterinary clinic arrived at work at 6:30 a.m. and found the dog, which was “extremely malnourished,” infested with fleas and missing a tooth, Spitzer said.
From Los Angeles Times
For a few years, they lived in a home that was infested with mold, which aggravated his brother’s asthma and forced them to leave.
From Seattle Times
Another center was infested with rats, according to pictures seen by The New York Times.
From New York Times
His job is to search trees in a given area, determine whether they’ve been infested, and if so, how badly.
From Los Angeles Times
"This area will be even more infested and the terrorist groups will strengthen. We know that they are destined to extend their influence," Bazoum said.
From Reuters
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