prey
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In reality, just a few inches of the sticky stuff was enough to snare a heavy animal in place until it either died of exposure or fell prey to predators, who then became trapped themselves.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
"Octopuses are like cats: they will sneak up on their prey and pounce, and they want to do so as fast as possible, so that they don't become preyed upon," Tse says.
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
Many of the detainees are without any legal counsel or fallen prey to fly-by-night immigration attorneys.
From Salon • May 30, 2026
“It’s the same for many of our raptors,” Benitez added, pointing out the birds of prey that were our constant companions.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Her prey was not herring, but dinner: a nice halibut, a tasty haddock, or even a scrumptious sole would do.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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