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Vocabulary Entry
vulture
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A large bird of prey that primarily feeds on carrion.
Example Sentences
"The vulture circled overhead, searching for its next meal."
"In many cultures, vultures are seen as symbols of death and rebirth."
"The wildlife reserve is home to several species of vulture."
V
verb
To act in a predatory manner, seeking to exploit or profit from a situation.
Example Sentences
"Some investors vulture distressed companies to buy them at a low price."
"They vulturized the market during the economic downturn."
"Critics accused the firm of vulturizing struggling small businesses."