pest
Example Sentences
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Some pest sprays have already been used in tent camps to combat the growing menace from bugs.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
As another bright spot, there’s no shortage of bugs — and pest control companies are looking for employees.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
We have to get access to units occasionally for pest control and I’m always astonished with what’s inside.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
In this method, pest control workers drill into infested wood, reach the termite "gallery" or hiding area, and inject insecticide directly inside.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
Grandfather gave the pest a piece of gingerbread, and Mr. Carris went back to his original subject.
From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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