termite

Example Sentences

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It would definitely be wise to have a pest-control expert — one who focuses on structural pests such as termites, rather than mold remediation — carefully inspect the area.

From Washington Post

In 2000, federal regulators struck a deal with chemical makers to limit the use of chlorpyrifos for killing termites and several pests in homes.

From Washington Post

I’ve pulled treated lumber out of the ground to discover it had been eaten up by termites.

From Seattle Times

Like termites, destructive but largely unseen, anti-democracy forces around the country are gnawing at the foundations of America’s free and fair elections.

From Washington Post

By the 1970s, the tank was covered with graffiti, the framework of redwood and Douglas fir was being eaten by termites, and it was set to be torn down.

From Los Angeles Times