hunted

Example Sentences

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Males and females hunted together, groomed each other and went on patrols through the forest.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

Many show marks consistent with cutting, breaking, and processing, similar to the way animals were hunted and prepared for food.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Soon the whole crew begins to realize that everything is subtly different and that they are in danger, now hunted down by this world’s John Ward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Beavers are native to the British mainland but they were hunted to extinction in the 16th Century.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Had it come from a vicious beast, hunted down by warriors, or had it belonged to something innocent and afraid?

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray