whitefly
noun
white·fly ˈ(h)wīt-ˌflī 
: any of numerous small homopterous insects (family Aleyrodidae) that are injurious plant pests
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Aphids, whiteflies and hornworms are among the most common pests attracted to tomato plants. —
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026 Aphids, whiteflies and hornworms are among the most common invaders, drawn in by nutrient-rich foliage and strong plant volatiles that attract sap-sucking insects. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026 Basil is also known to deter aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026 Common Pests Thrips, aphids, earwigs, whiteflies, beetles, and slugs commonly infest anemones. —Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for whitefly
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026 Aphids, whiteflies and hornworms are among the most common invaders, drawn in by nutrient-rich foliage and strong plant volatiles that attract sap-sucking insects. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026 Basil is also known to deter aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026 Common Pests Thrips, aphids, earwigs, whiteflies, beetles, and slugs commonly infest anemones. —Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for whitefly
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“Whitefly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/whitefly. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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