Example Sentences

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Mosquitos have spread, due to stagnant waters following the flooding.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2022

Mosquitos themselves were also among their ranks, further transmitting the deadly disease with each new bite.

From Salon • Feb. 26, 2022

The images made by the unit flying in a variety of aircraft, including Mosquitos and Spitfires, helped in the planning of major milestones of the war, including the D-Day landings and the Dambusters raid.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2021

The Blair-Pongracic Band with the Atomic Mosquitos Two instrumental surf bands perform.

From Washington Post • Jun. 13, 2017

Mosquitos and flies of course are numerous, particularly near woods, and especially near water.

From Blanco y Colorado Old Days among the Gauchos of Uruguay by Tetley, William C.