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preyed on

VERB

attack, terrorize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bully devour exploit feed on fleece haunt intimidate oppress plunder take advantage of victimize

WEAK

blackmail bleed burden consume depredate distress eat hunt live off load raid seize tax trouble weigh worry

Antonyms

STRONGEST

aid assist give help

WEAK

guard protect save

Example Sentences

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According to Mr. Hart, it likely preyed on ancient fish such as Cleithrolepis.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

“You preyed on these women’s trust and their spirituality and you manipulated them for your own personal gratification,” she told the actor.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Before passing sentence, Judge Jessica Peterson told Chasing Horse he preyed on women's spirituality, adding: "You manipulated them for your own personal gratification."

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“The Art Institutes preyed on the hopes of students attempting to better their lives through education,” said Richard Cordray, chief operating officer of the Education Department’s Federal Student Aid office.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2024

On his way to Atlas to ask him about the Golden Apples, Hercules came to the Caucasus, where he freed Prometheus, slaying the eagle that preyed on him.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton