prey
noun
an animal hunted or seized for food, especially by a carnivorous animal.
are preying
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present progressiveof prey.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“Shame on those who are preying on our residents during this time of crisis.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 9, 2025
He described the scammers as "awful people who are preying on people's vulnerabilities", adding: "It doesn't stop us feeling daft, but I think it's something that's caught out hundreds of people."
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2024
“Now that society is dead, they are preying on the carcass.”
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 22, 2023
“They are preying on the vulnerability of young artists who want their work to be validated,” South explained.
From New York Times ● Mar. 17, 2023
Dreadful is my condition;—it is all reproach and horror with me!'—A thousand vultures in turn are preying upon my heart!
From Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 9 by Samuel Richardson
