Prey upon

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Vulnerability Focus

Used when someone takes advantage of others when they're in a weak or vulnerable state.

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Loan sharks often prey upon those in desperate financial need.

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Negative Connotation

Has a negative feel, implying someone is being used or treated unfairly.

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Scammers prey upon people's trust to deceive them.

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Emotional Leverage

Often involves manipulating someone's emotions to exploit them.

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Advertisers sometimes prey upon our insecurities to sell beauty products.

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