prey on
US /preɪ ɑn/
UK /preɪ ɑn/

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欺骗, 困扰
to exploit or harm someone who is weaker or more vulnerable
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Scammers often prey on the elderly and lonely.
诈骗犯经常欺骗老年人和孤独者。
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His fears began to prey on his mind.
他的恐惧开始困扰他的思想。
欺骗, 困扰
to exploit or harm someone who is weaker or more vulnerable