Some people use insect repellents to ward off mosquitoes in summer.

在夏天，许多人用杀虫剂来避蚊子。

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But I do have a hard time protecting myself from insect repellents that humans sometimes spray on plants.

但我确实也有不好过的时候，就是保护自己免受有时人类喷洒在植物上的驱虫剂的侵害。

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If you decide to try insect repellents, Consumer Reports recommends repellents with DEET as the active ingredient.

如果你决定用驱虫药，消费者报告推荐你使用包含有避蚊胺成分的驱蚊药。

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"To minimise the risk of being bitten it is advisable to wear appropriate clothing to cover up - such as long sleeve tops and trousers - and use insect repellents, " she said.

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