prey

Example Sentences

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This year, the unusually warm weather in March, plant abundance and a healthy amount of prey were early signals to rattlesnakes to begin their activity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

They say the schemes prey on fear of the legal system and the social stigma that comes with being associated with criminal investigations, trapping even highly educated professionals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

When a wolf pack brings down prey, ravens are often the first to show up.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has reassured residents the country will protect them, while warning that the UAE is "no easy prey" for those threatening its security.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

He looked toward the river, where the cauldron crouched like a glowering beast of prey.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander