trap insect

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to catch an insect using a device

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Examples (10)

  • Gardeners often use sticky traps to trap unwanted insects.
  • Scientists trap insects for research purposes, studying their behavior.
  • The device is designed to trap insects without harming other animals.
  • She set up a light trap to trap nocturnal insects in her backyard.
  • We need to trap the insect that's been eating our houseplants.
  • Could you help me trap this annoying insect that's flying around?
  • The expert showed them how to properly trap flying insects for identification.
  • A simple jar with some bait can effectively trap many types of insects.
  • He was trying to trap a rare insect he saw near the river.
  • If you leave food out, you might trap unwanted insects in your kitchen.