fumigate

Example Sentences

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At that time the Salvation Army said pest control was brought in to fumigate the rooms affected.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

"Some people fumigate every three to five years because it doesn't protect structures from future infestations."

From Science Daily • May 31, 2024

In 2004, chemical manufacturers began to phase out methyl bromide, another chemical widely used to fumigate soils, because it harms Earth’s ozone layer.

From Science Magazine • May 25, 2023

He said mosquito control vehicles are also being deployed to fumigate areas at risk and people have been advised not to allow stagnation of water.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 15, 2021

He hired a chemical company to fumigate the fields.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez