as in predator
a person who habitually preys upon others
regarded debt collectors as vampires who made a living from the misery of others
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Recent Examples of vampire
All of the vampire costumes had a form of deconstruction.
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Essence, 1 May 2025
The third movie also introduces many more monsters to the town of Seabrook, including vampires and merfolk.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 22 Apr. 2025
Warners also notably set the vampires of Ryan Coogler’s Sinners on the loose in 71 international markets this weekend, alongside domestic.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2025
Indeed, the twins’ party is rockin’, but there’s danger lurking in the form of Remmick, an Irish-immigrant vampire who is attracted to Sammie’s otherworldly talent.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 19 Apr. 2025
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Essence, 1 May 2025
The third movie also introduces many more monsters to the town of Seabrook, including vampires and merfolk.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 22 Apr. 2025
Warners also notably set the vampires of Ryan Coogler’s Sinners on the loose in 71 international markets this weekend, alongside domestic.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2025
Indeed, the twins’ party is rockin’, but there’s danger lurking in the form of Remmick, an Irish-immigrant vampire who is attracted to Sammie’s otherworldly talent.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vampire
Noun
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When the moment comes, however, Raphinha is a predator.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
8 May 2025
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The worms are also venomous, Verdes told the news outlet, and her research is still trying to understand what toxins are used to make the group of marine worms effective predators.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2025
Noun
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Sharks spotted off Massachusetts coast: 'This is an enormous shark...—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2025
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Whale sharks are also moving between Indian states, highlighting the need for awareness campaigns beyond Gujarat.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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“Vampire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vampire. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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