dust mite
noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite
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The National Eye Institute also notes that allergens such as pollen, dust mites, mold, and dander can also cause or contribute to pink eye.
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Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
The goal is to reduce dust, pollen, dust mites and other particles to help prevent allergies which could also help someone with asthmatic symptoms that get triggered by them.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The filtration helps capture up to 99.97% of the following microscopic airborne allergens and particles: Dust, pollen, pet dander, dust mite debris, and smoke.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Sep. 2024
Pet Beds Just like our mattresses, pet beds are a prime place for dust mites.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
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Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
The goal is to reduce dust, pollen, dust mites and other particles to help prevent allergies which could also help someone with asthmatic symptoms that get triggered by them.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The filtration helps capture up to 99.97% of the following microscopic airborne allergens and particles: Dust, pollen, pet dander, dust mite debris, and smoke.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Sep. 2024
Pet Beds Just like our mattresses, pet beds are a prime place for dust mites.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.
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