insect
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Scientists have now identified the insect responsible, providing an important first step toward protecting crops from the pest.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026
The scare blue-tailed damselfly, one of the world's earliest flying insect species, was recorded alongside the River Ash near Hertford.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
“Given that the majority of terrestrial birds rely on insects as a primary food source for reproduction and survival, the persistence of insectivorous bird populations is inextricably linked to insect conservation.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026
However, one insect stood out as an exception.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026
Maria could visit libraries full of scholarly works and seek out fellow insect scholars, collectors, and artists.
From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman
After collecting the insects, they used a DNA identification technique known as genetic barcoding to determine the identity of larvae found in the fields.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026
These wood-boring insects are becoming a growing concern for blueberry producers in the state.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026
"During a nature and climate emergency, with our insects in decline, we should be protecting our precious wildlife sites and need powerful companies to lead and make better decisions."
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
Over the last year she has developed her own unique style, needle-felting cute animals and insects to cover moth holes, stains and other imperfections, winning her a huge following online.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026
Just as woodpeckers specialise in extracting insects from the trunks of trees, the first humans specialised in extracting marrow from bones.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
Vocabulary lists containing insect
Buzzwords for National Honey Bee Day
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
A Cut Above: Sect, Sec
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Cormac McCarthy's "The Road"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word