attract fly

Frequency: 6.25.1 per million words

to cause flies to come to a place or substance

flyVERB + NOUN (as in 'insect')

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attract

Examples (10)

  • Rotting fruit will attract flies quickly.
  • Sweet substances naturally attract flies and other insects.
  • The garbage left outside began to attract flies.
  • Uncovered food tends to attract flies in warm weather.
  • The sticky trap was designed to attract flies and catch them.
  • Pet waste will attract flies if not cleaned up promptly.
  • The open wounds on the animal started to attract flies.
  • Spilled drinks can attract flies to outdoor dining areas.
  • The compost pile tends to attract flies during summer months.
  • Strong odors from the kitchen will attract flies from outside.