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pest

[pest] / pɛst /
NOUN
person or thing that presents problem
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blight bug contagion epidemic infection plague scourge virus
STRONG
annoyance badgerer bane blister bore bother botheration creep curse drag drip exasperation headache irritant irritation nag nudge nuisance pain pesterer pestilence pill tease tormentor trial trouble vexation
WEAK
besetment crashing bore pain in the neck thorn in side
Antonyms
STRONGEST
advantage blessing boon
STRONG
aid comfort delight good health happiness help joy peace pleasure

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Some pest sprays have already been used in tent camps to combat the growing menace from bugs.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

As another bright spot, there’s no shortage of bugs — and pest control companies are looking for employees.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Residents in the San Gabriel Valley are contending with a dramatic surge in black flies, a painful little pest known for biting around the eyes and necks of people and pets.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

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

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

Seth could be a pest, but now that he had become immersed in his painting, she was starting to miss him.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull

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