dust mite
noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite
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Dry out humid environments to nip dust mite activity.
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Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
Those that fear dust mites and other allergens will be pleased to know this $40 pick from Quince impersonates hotel luxury pillows without the goose down or the price point.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
Pillows become stained and soiled from our body oils, dead skin cells that attract dust mites, and hair products.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
With eight out of 10 Americans exposed to dust mites and six out of 10 exposed to pet dander, these strategies are relevant to nearly every household.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
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Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
Those that fear dust mites and other allergens will be pleased to know this $40 pick from Quince impersonates hotel luxury pillows without the goose down or the price point.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
Pillows become stained and soiled from our body oils, dead skin cells that attract dust mites, and hair products.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
With eight out of 10 Americans exposed to dust mites and six out of 10 exposed to pet dander, these strategies are relevant to nearly every household.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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