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Loss of habitat and use of pesticides have shrunk the mascot’s numbers.—Hollace Ava Weiner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Oct. 2025 Before eating, wash the watermelon thoroughly to remove any pesticides or impurities from the skin.—Lauren Manaker Ms, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2025 Many schools grow vegetables—without chemical pesticides of course.—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 2 Oct. 2025 Though the ancient species once soared over most of the continent, by the mid-20th century, the population of condors had dramatically declined due to habitat degradation, lead poisoning, shooting and the use of DDT pesticide.—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pesticide
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