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more predatory
Superlative
most predatory
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(of wild animals) hunting, killing, and feeding on other animals for survival
- Lions are predatory animals that hunt in groups.
- The owl is a predatory bird, catching mice at night.
- Predatory behavior in sharks helps maintain ocean balance.
- Wolves display highly coordinated predatory tactics.
- The predatory fish ambushed smaller fish near the coral reef.
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exploiting or victimizing others for personal advantage
- He was warned about predatory lenders offering high-interest loans.
- The company engaged in predatory pricing to eliminate competitors.
- Predatory behavior in online scams targets vulnerable users.
- She avoided predatory landlords who overcharged tenants.
- Predatory marketers often exploit emotional weaknesses.
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engaged in plundering, pillaging, or marauding activities
- The predatory raids destroyed villages along the coast.
- Predatory pirates seized ships carrying treasure.
- The documentary depicted predatory armies looting towns.
- Predatory gangs terrorized the countryside during the conflict.
- Vikings were known for their predatory attacks in medieval Europe.