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feeding on

NOUN

eating

Synonyms

STRONGEST

chewing consumption dining

STRONG

binging biting devouring gluttony gobbling masticating munching nibbling overindulgence snacking

WEAK

feasting on gorging on gourmandization having a meal pigging out stuffing oneself

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New World screwworm, a parasite feeding on living tissue, has been confirmed in Texas.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The mites now wreak havoc on American bee colonies by feeding on the insects and spreading a wing-deforming virus.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

"Gray whales are facing a major crisis and the heart of it does seem to be feeding on their prey in the Arctic," he added.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Some microbial mats thrive in deep, dark environments by feeding on chemical energy rather than sunlight.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Cole watched the birds flitting among the downed branches, feeding on bugs and worms.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen

feeding on

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