pollen

Example Sentences

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It was hard to keep the pollen out of the porch, and even harder to keep people in.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

The early season warmth will be welcomed by many, but not if you suffer from tree pollen.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Layers of pollen preserved in mud reveal what kinds of plants once grew nearby, while increased sand content can point to greater erosion.

From Science Daily • Mar. 2, 2026

While some trees are felled for infrastructure, officials justify removing others to tackle seasonal pollen allergies that are especially acute in spring.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

He’d lately been complaining a lot about his allergies, even though in the fall you’d think there wouldn’t be much pollen in the air.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam