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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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Chris Smith’s three-part documentary on HBO examines a 1980s New York cult that preyed on the city’s most gorgeous denizens.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

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

From Science Daily • May 6, 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

His 1913 trial led to his conviction despite shoddy evidence and the manipulations of an ambitious prosecuting attorney, who shamelessly preyed on the prejudices of the jury.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2025

Instead they preyed on deer, horse, antelope, jackrabbit, and, now and then, giant turtle, as well as several species of rodent.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann