pest

Example Sentences

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The ferret is thought to have been brought in deliberately in the 1980s to control pests.

From BBC

They are widely seen as a pest on agricultural land because their tunnelling can damage the root systems of crops and pasture and the molehills can cause damage to machinery.

From BBC

The researchers believe their findings could lead to more effective pest control strategies.

From Science Daily

Instead, complaints to local agencies tasked with controlling the pests spiked recently.

From Los Angeles Times

Hempcrete, which is made from hemp and lime, is resistant to fire, pests and mould.

From BBC