pests

Example Sentences

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Sterile insect technique has been used for years to decrease and control pests.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

The Texas Animal Health Commission also asks that cattlemen closely monitor wounds, reduce biting pests like flies and ticks whenever possible, and abide by infestation quarantines drawn by state authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Geevarghese said soon afterwards, as he fetched a glass of water one evening, he realised the pests had entered his home.

From BBC • May 28, 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

They regarded the monkeys as pests and were happy to get rid of them, especially for money.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston