How to Use earwig in a Sentence

earwig

noun
  • An earwig doesn’t seem to help.
    — Peter White, Deadline, 4 May 2026
  • What smells do earwigs hate the most?
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • Here’s how to get rid of earwigs and keep them from coming back.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • For large pests such as earwigs and rodents, try covering the tree.
    — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
  • When the eggs hatch, the fly larvae burrow inside the earwig and eat it from the inside out.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
  • Fish oil or vegetable oil with some cooking grease added works well to attract earwigs, which then get stuck in the oil.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • Some earwigs and other insects play dead when threatened by a predator.
    — Big Think, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Some earwig species release a foul-smelling liquid as a defense when attacked.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • These parasitoid flies lay their eggs directly on top of earwigs.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
  • These dusts are long-lasting and can effectively kill earwigs over time.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • European earwigs mate in the late summer or early fall and then hide out for the winter.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
  • Finding any kind of insect in your home can be off-putting, but earwigs are one of the easier pests to deal with.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • Try to see where earwig activity is worst in your home, and then look for nearby leaks and sources of moisture.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • Plant these herbs around your home to naturally repel earwigs and other pests.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • Frequently asked questions What is the quickest way to get rid of earwigs?
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • The other option is to set out a tuna can with some water and oil or soap that the earwigs will crawl into and then drown.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
  • Pick up the trap in the morning, discard the earwigs in a trash can, or shake them into a bucket of soapy water to kill them.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • The earwigs are attracted by the scent of the soy sauce and easily become trapped in the oil mixture.
    — The Spruce, 21 July 2026
  • The European, spine-tailed, ring-legged, maritime, and least earwigs are the most common.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • Roll up a damp newspaper, magazine, or cardboard and place it in areas where earwigs are active.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • General pest control treatments can work to keep earwigs out of your home, along with other common pests, like ants and spiders.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • In dry seasons, earwigs venture indoors in search of moist environments.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • Another option is to place damp cardboard or newspaper around the base of your plants in the evening, which acts as a perfect hiding spot for earwigs.
    — The Spruce, 21 July 2026
  • Mulch can create a natural breeding ground for earwigs, which is beneficial, but don’t overdo it.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • Summer in Idaho is marked by the appearance of earwigs in people’s houses and gardens.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
  • Minimizing indoor moisture is one of the best ways to avoid earwig infestations.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • Contrary to popular myths about earwigs climbing into people’s ears to eat their brains or lay eggs, these little creatures pose no threat to humans.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
  • Use a vacuum cleaner to suck up earwigs, then discard the vacuum bag or empty the canister in soapy water.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • Corrugated cardboard works, too, like an example from a study on managing earwigs in fruit orchards.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
  • Europe is home to a few species of tachinid flies that specifically target European earwigs.
    — Hannah Smith july 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026

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