insects

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

There are cooperatively breeding insects, rodents, and even reptiles.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

"It's specific to insects and can't harm humans."

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

With a hole for a toilet, and dirty mattresses "full of insects", conditions were "appalling", she said.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

The director also grabbed images on the fly, using his iPhone during location scouting to get close-ups of the insects and on set during forest chases.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

The whining of the millions of insects intensified, rattling the windows overlooking the alley.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda