Definitions

cannibalize

[kan-uh-buh-lahyz] / ˈkæn ə bəˌlaɪz /

VERB

salvage

Synonyms

STRONG

disassemble dismantle

WEAK

strip for repair

Example Sentences

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In this case, it has come from states that have legalized sports betting, such as Nevada, and are worried that the prediction markets could cannibalize their legal offerings and evade their gambling regulations.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

One problem with lower-priced new models is that they can cannibalize sales of other versions, pressuring profit margins.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

Defying fears that artificial intelligence could cannibalize the software sector, Figma achieved record revenue in its latest quarter as its customer growth and sales accelerated.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026

There are some worries the late 2025 run-up could cannibalize 2026 performance for healthcare stocks.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

I dread the time when I shall have to cannibalize the recorder.

From The Issahar Artifacts by Bone, Jesse F. (Jesse Franklin)