invasive
Example Sentences
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Local mosquito experts blame the unseasonable weather pattern and a thriving invasive species for the surge in itchy bites.
From Los Angeles Times
The emotional outpouring comes after Francesca realizes she’s not pregnant — a hopeful assumption that leads to a traumatizing and invasive examination.
From Los Angeles Times
"We saw this happen in 2019 when the invasive species regulation came in and there was a spike in animals such as raccoons and tanukis coming into us or even being let loose."
From BBC
The former is a minimally invasive approach that allows for faster recovery.
From Barron's
Despite the prevalence of digestive-health issues, flatulence researchers have been limited to either invasive laboratory studies or self-reporting, which has proven unreliable.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
