insect repellent

Example Sentences

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Even though most of the moisture from the recent rains has begun to dry up, experts say, it doesn’t hurt to apply insect repellent when outdoors.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

They had no adult actors on set to learn from, and lots of sunscreen and insect repellent was required.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

And in case the bugs start biting, the Necker Island team notes that insect repellent is included.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 16, 2026

He encouraged people to use insect repellent, remove standing water outside their home where mosquitoes can lay eggs, and use window and door screens to prevent mosquitoes from coming inside.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2024

Despite wearing head nets and using the newly invented “fly dope,” now known as insect repellent, there was no way to truly get rid of the bugs.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple