mothballs

[US]/ˈmɒθbɔːlz/
[UK]/ˈmɔːθbɔːlz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.small balls of a substance used to repel moths
v.to store something away or put it in a state of inactivity

Phrases & Collocations

mothballs smell

mothballs in closet

mothballs for storage

mothballs and pests

mothballs repellent

mothballs odor

mothballs in drawers

mothballs for clothes

mothballs and fabrics

mothballs usage

Example Sentences

the old clothes were stored with mothballs to keep them safe.

she noticed a strong smell of mothballs in the attic.

mothballs are often used to repel insects in storage.

he found some mothballs in the back of the closet.

using mothballs can help prevent damage to wool garments.

she prefers natural alternatives to mothballs for her clothes.

after a while, the smell of mothballs faded away.

he stored his winter coats in a box with mothballs.

many people dislike the odor of mothballs in their homes.

it's important to keep mothballs out of reach of children.

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