as in sharks
one who makes harsh, personal attacks against opponents
his reputation as a political attack dog earned him the vice presidential spot on the ticket
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Divers and snorkelers can enjoy crisp visibility and encounter reef sharks, sea turtles, rays, and more at one of the top dive destinations in Brazil.—
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That’s when new investors start circling like sharks, desperate not to miss out.—
Chris Cardillo,
Rolling Stone,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Attack dogs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attack%20dogs. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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