dust mite
noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite
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That's because these substances accumulate quickly in bedding and create an ideal environment for dust mites and other irritants.
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
While many other allergens in Texas, such as oak pollen, are also specific to certain times of the year, allergens like mold, dust mites, dogs and cats, are a problem the entire year.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 24 Mar. 2026
While many other allergens in Texas, such as oak pollen, are also specific to certain times of the year, allergens like mold, dust mites, dogs and cats, are a problem the entire year.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026
Too much indoor moisture allows mold, dust mites, insects and other sources of allergens to thrive.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
While many other allergens in Texas, such as oak pollen, are also specific to certain times of the year, allergens like mold, dust mites, dogs and cats, are a problem the entire year.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 24 Mar. 2026
While many other allergens in Texas, such as oak pollen, are also specific to certain times of the year, allergens like mold, dust mites, dogs and cats, are a problem the entire year.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026
Too much indoor moisture allows mold, dust mites, insects and other sources of allergens to thrive.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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