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Blowfly

usgb/ˈbləʊflaɪ/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Blowfly often implies decay or poor hygiene, evoking disgust or unpleasant feelings. SlideThe stench and blowflies swarming the alleyway made it clear the trash hadn't been collected in weeks.
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Specific HabitatsPlay
Blowflies are commonly found near decomposing matter and rarely in clean environments. SlideAs the blowflies swarmed the discarded fish, it was evident the market needed better sanitation.
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Visual IdentificationPlay
The term 'blowfly' helps visualize scenes with metallic blue or green colored flies. SlideA large blowfly, its iridescent wings catching the light, landed on the windowsill.