insecticides

Definition of insecticidesnext
plural of insecticide

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for insecticides
Noun
  • Researchers have identified dozens of chemicals in household dust—including lawn pesticides, heavy metals, and flame retardants—many of which have been linked to developmental and respiratory problems.
    Angela Haupt, Time, 3 June 2026
  • Commissioner Steven Glassman, who represents the district where the beach park is located, rattled off several arguments for why modern artificial turf is safe for the environment, like the lack of fertilizer and pesticides.
    Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • Other causes include pests, herbicides, and disease.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
  • An immersive tour, offered free to spring and summer guests, highlights the level of commitment Grosodonia and her team have to sustainability, with ecologically restorative growing techniques, a robust seeding plan, and zero pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, or herbicides.
    Hilary Cadigan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
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“Insecticides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insecticides. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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