suction

Example Sentences

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"One tactic is using suction traps that rely on steady cues, such as continuous CO2 release or constant light sources, to attract mosquitoes," Zuo said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

Strong "gorilla" pincers are used for picking up heavier boxes or, for more delicate items, a suction device can be used.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

They have a suction top and they’re really easy to open and close and stack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Not every collection is a success: a delicate red-orange shrimp daintily eludes the suction tube, swirling its long antenna as it swims almost triumphantly beyond reach.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Their boots sank into the ooze, which produced a powerful downward suction, and with each step they would have to pull up hard to break the hold.

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien