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[skav-inj] / ˈskæv ɪndʒ /




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As Beck later recalled on the “Relentless” podcast, in the early days he would scavenge for spare parts in junkyards to save money.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The study's findings suggest the birds are doing more than just tracking the hunters: they're using navigation and spatial memory techniques to scavenge with sophistication.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Cougars, however, rarely scavenge from other carnivores and are skilled hunters on their own, leaving scientists uncertain about what truly shapes their interactions with wolves.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

When they aren’t thieving, bald eagles also scavenge from roadkill or help themselves to free food found in human garbage or at the town landfill.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

“All right, boys and girls. Let’s get the scavenge off. I don’t want to share too much with Lucky Strike. Everything light and valuable, off the ship.”

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi




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