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preyed on

VERB

attack, terrorize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bully devour exploit feed on fleece haunt intimidate oppress plunder take advantage of victimize

WEAK

blackmail bleed burden consume depredate distress eat hunt live off load raid seize tax trouble weigh worry

Antonyms

STRONGEST

aid assist give help

WEAK

guard protect save

Example Sentences

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According to Mr. Hart, it likely preyed on ancient fish such as Cleithrolepis.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

“You preyed on these women’s trust and their spirituality and you manipulated them for your own personal gratification,” she told the actor.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

He has long maintained that his company, which started in 2011 and offered mortgages for as little as a 1% down payment, has not preyed on its customers.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

Slack play throughout was their downfall as Lyon's top-quality attack of Alexandre Lacazette, Rayan Cherki and Malick Fofana preyed on their errors.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2024

The hunter preyed on the fatigued and weary.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys