insects
- plural of insect.
Example Sentences
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In hard-hit areas like Le Porge, experts say insects will have perished en masse and larger creatures from toads to lizards will not have been spared either.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
As a homeowner, explore non-chemical alternatives first, and apply any treatments sparingly and responsibly to minimize harm to beneficial insects and other wildlife.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
He said there should be an emphasis on "preserving natural field which provides habitat for insects, bugs, moths and caterpillars that need to incubate underground there."
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
One widely discussed explanation is that the intense pressure at greater depths would crush the air spaces used by insects for breathing.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 27, 2026
The ground was dark, and finding the insects was like trying to pick pepper off a black cloth.
From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi
