feed

Example Sentences

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“It is perfectly possible that the indirect effects only feed through once and then fizzle out later.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

"They're predators – they take fish and frogs, but our biggest concern is that they feed on mammals," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The New World Screwworm is a fly whose larvae feed on living tissue, and can infect cattle, wildlife, pets and, rarely, people.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

McClain said he would purchase the cattle at auction, feed them in his lots and sell them on to finishing yards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

They are intensely curious and study each thing I do as I feed and take care of the dogs.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen