Question 1

What does "prey upon" mean?

Accepted Answer

to deliberately exploit someone who is weak, trusting, or easy to harm

Question 2

How do you use "prey upon" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Fraudsters often prey upon elderly people who live alone.

Question 3

Is "prey upon" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"prey upon" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Often used in serious contexts such as crime, manipulation, or emotional exploitation. It commonly takes objects like the weak, children, fears, or insecurities.

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