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to prey on
[phrase form: prey]
01
охотятся ради еды
to hunt, capture, and eat other animals as a means of survival
02
to take advantage of those who are vulnerable or easily fooled
Пример
The predatory cat preyed on a mouse that had ventured too far from its burrow.
Some snakes prey on eggs, swallowing them whole.
Opportunistic thieves often prey on tourists who might be unaware of local dangers.
Fake charities sometimes prey on the goodwill of generous individuals, taking donations without carrying out any genuine charitable work.
Some online scams prey on people's trust, asking for personal details under false pretenses.
