dust mite
noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite
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The materials are even given a botanical antimicrobial treatment to help prevent mold, mildew, and dust mites.
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Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2024
Many people are intolerant to dust mites—not down—which can cause nasal congestion, itchy skin, and other not-so-fun symptoms.
—Suzy Forman, SELF, 23 Oct. 2024
Lastly, children are heading back to school, allowing more fall allergies to penetrate because mold and dust mites are common in schools.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 22 Oct. 2024
Prevent dust mites and other invading pests, like millipedes, centipedes, or termites, from moving into the home by reducing the overall moisture levels indoors.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2024
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Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2024
Many people are intolerant to dust mites—not down—which can cause nasal congestion, itchy skin, and other not-so-fun symptoms.
—Suzy Forman, SELF, 23 Oct. 2024
Lastly, children are heading back to school, allowing more fall allergies to penetrate because mold and dust mites are common in schools.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 22 Oct. 2024
Prevent dust mites and other invading pests, like millipedes, centipedes, or termites, from moving into the home by reducing the overall moisture levels indoors.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2024
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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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