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fall prey to someone/something

to be harmed by someone or something. We worry that our children will fall prey to the influence of bad kids. Patients may fall prey to dishonest salespeople who say they can cure their pain.

Usage notes: sometimes used with verbs other than fall: These people are prey to superstition, disease, and hunger.

See also: fall, prey

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