pestilence

Example Sentences

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Every time she opens her mouth I swear a swarm of horseflies and pestilence are released to consume the countryside.

From Salon

Maybe it’s that pesky speed-of-light limit on cosmic travel — not to mention war, pestilence and the eventual asteroid that has Earth’s name on it.

From New York Times

Zumba’s livelihood would then take another hit: a 2013 a pestilence decimated his small cacao plantation and to this day he doesn’t have the $1,500 necessary to replant.

From Seattle Times

In 2013, Zumba’s livelihood would then take another hit: a pestilence decimated his small cacao plantation and to this day he doesn’t have the $1,500 necessary to replant.

From Seattle Times

All kinds of pestilence writhes within raw turkey meat, and safe preparation isn't just a good idea — it's a must to keep everyone at the Thanksgiving table safe.

From Salon