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
At that point, Michael wanted to play the vampire with just the vest on.
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Essence, 1 May 2025
Opinion: Against vampires or tyrants, truth is the essential weapon.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The titular daughter, Marya Zaleska, is also a vampire who believes that destroying Dracula’s body will free her of her vampirism.
—James Factora, Them., 2 May 2025
Reed, who played Rosalie in Twilight, is married to Ian Somerhalder, who starred as vampire Damon Salvatore in The CW's The Vampire Diaries.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 2 May 2025
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Essence, 1 May 2025
Opinion: Against vampires or tyrants, truth is the essential weapon.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The titular daughter, Marya Zaleska, is also a vampire who believes that destroying Dracula’s body will free her of her vampirism.
—James Factora, Them., 2 May 2025
Reed, who played Rosalie in Twilight, is married to Ian Somerhalder, who starred as vampire Damon Salvatore in The CW's The Vampire Diaries.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 2 May 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 21 May. 2025.
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