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mite

[mahyt] / maɪt /


NOUN
small insect
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"You know, I can sample for a mite count, but I can't sample for mitochondrial DNA," Funkhouser said.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Among the most damaging threats is the Varroa mite.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

So far, scientists have identified only the larval stage of the mite.

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

As much as I wanted to show Aunt Kitty and the others that I could be a good help, I was also a mite bit scared.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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