man-eater

Example Sentences

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Although the deaths of three people were ascribed to the tiger, T-23 "was not a man-eater," says Niraj.

From Salon • May 18, 2022

Or 2001's romantic comedy "Two Can Play That Game" from which her portrayal of the ponytail-swinging, man-eater Conny is now a popular meme and GIF?

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2018

The Daryl Hall and John Oates lyrics say it best: "Oh-oh here she comes. Watch out, boy, she'll chew you up. ... She's a man-eater."

From Washington Post • Jul. 20, 2016

The next day, as dynamite was dropped into the creek in hopes of raising Lester's body, Matawan's acting mayor offered a $100 reward for anyone who "kills the man-eater."

From US News • Jul. 6, 2016

This animal was not the man-eater, but so close to human habitation she might pose a threat to the villagers, especially as she was with cub.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel