pests

Example Sentences

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"There is no reason to believe that this incursion will result in any sort of establishment of the pests," said Rollins.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

This genetic isolation also makes the island tree more vulnerable to environmental threats — such as drought, a new disease or pests — as compared to a tree species with a more diverse gene pool.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The mangoes were banned because of a practical problem: the hot-water treatment used to clear pests from South American fruit before it entered the U.S. destroyed the more delicate Indian varieties.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Locals foresee that when summer comes, numbers of all pests are likely to rise, increasing the health hazards.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

After the pests left our home I happened to be in our bathroom.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys