preyed upon
Example Sentences
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"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
Lawmakers said Calvin’s testimony helped them understand the true breadth of the problem and how in those early months, vulnerable residents were preyed upon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 17, 2025
They are merely caught in a vulnerable moment or or preyed upon for their financial anxieties.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2025
“Folks across the region are being preyed upon by greedy businesses and landlords, scam artists and predatory buyers looking to make a quick buck off their pain,” Bonta said.
From Salon ● Jan. 21, 2025
The predator and the preyed upon exist not alone, but as part of a vast web of life, all of which needs to be taken into account.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
