as in preying (on or upon)
to seize and eat (something) as prey
the flycatcher is a bird that—as its name suggests—feeds on winged insects in midair
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The case, which initially appeared to be the tragic end to a stalking situation, revealed how Daniel thoroughly created a false narrative using burner phones and carefully planned digital deception, all while playing the role of a concerned husband.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
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In the federal case, Mangione is charged with murder through the use of a firearm, stalking and gun offenses.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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The heart-tugging comedy is a point of pride for Johansson, 40, who hopes to set an example to her kids by stepping behind the camera and chasing her dreams.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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What matters now is building stamina, not chasing another rush.—
Aman Ghei,
Fortune,
27 Sep. 2025
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Others rely on it for necessities, such as heating oil, winter tires or snowmachines, which are critical modes of transportation in rural villages where residents rely on hunting or trapping.—
Becky Bohrer,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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Owning firearms for hunting, for example, is good cause for storing firearms outside the home.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Feeding (on, upon, or off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feeding%20%28on%2C%20upon%2C%20or%20off%29. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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