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predator

[pred-uh-ter, -tawr] / ˈprɛd ə tər, -ˌtɔr /
NOUN
hunter, killer
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When one man, Samuel Bateman, transforms himself from a schlubby loser to a new cult leader, Marie realizes he’s a predator and goes undercover, befriending him to bring him down.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Restoring Upland Nature said they have seen widespread support for the return of the "impressive" species but farming communities have previously raised concerns about the threat this predator could pose to lambs.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Like prey worn down by a persistent predator, participants don’t collapse all at once; they give up gradually until the fight leaves the market altogether.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

"An active supermassive black hole is like a hungry predator dominating the ecosystem," he said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

They flew together and apart at the sight of a predator, and Frightful dove into their midst.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George




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