insect
Example Sentences
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He waved his hand, like he was shooing away an annoying insect.
From Literature
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Hesterfowl’s beady eyes darkened, a storm rolling over her expression—the kind of green-black skies that sent squirrels and insects fleeing for cover.
From Literature
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Drivers across south-east England are being asked to count the number of insects which hit their vehicles as part of a nature survey.
From BBC
The same technology could also be adapted to support other pollinators or farmed insects, opening new paths for sustainable agriculture.
From Science Daily
"I've recorded 18 out of the 24 bumblebee species in the UK here," the insect research scientist said - "it's a really, really special place."
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.