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exploitative

[ik-sploi-tuh-tiv] / ɪkˈsplɔɪ tə tɪv /




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“But it makes them more dependent on big platforms that are exploitative in their own ways,” she said, explaining that OnlyFans doesn’t include robust protections for creators’ rights.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

But, used properly, AI does not need to be exploitative, and is not a lazy way to make films, Isaac said.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

"It leaves me with a pit in my stomach. It's disgusting, it's depraved, it's exploitative, it's utterly disrespectful."

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

Some storylines are meant to be poignant but are overwhelmed by the weirdness or feel exploitative, or the characters aren’t dimensional enough to move you.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

There was no exploitative question asked, no especially revealing detail offered.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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