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mite

[mahyt] / maɪt /


NOUN
small insect
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Instead, the goal is to identify the specific traits that allow these bees to keep mite levels lower and explore how those traits could support breeding efforts or reduce reliance on chemicals.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

The way it steers the immune system towards fighting an infection also seemed to reduce the response to house dust mite allergens – which are a trigger of allergic asthma.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

Each mite larva measures about 500 micrometers, or half a millimeter.

From Science Daily • Jan. 28, 2026

The institute has published its recommendations for the tablet, made by ALK-Abello, which is an option to treat moderate-to-severe house dust mite allergic rhinitis.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2025

“Me wants me Bhaer,” said the mite, slamming down her book and running to meet him.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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