circle prey

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To move in a circle around prey, often from above.

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  • The eagle began to circle its prey from high above, assessing the perfect moment to strike.
  • Vultures often circle their prey for hours, patiently waiting for it to weaken.
  • Before the attack, the great white shark was observed to slowly circle its prey several times.
  • The pack of wolves started to circle their prey, gradually tightening the ring around it.
  • Having spotted a mouse, the owl silently started to circle its prey before swooping down.
  • The desert fox began to circle its prey, a small rodent, before making its decisive move.
  • A group of gulls would circle their prey above the fishing boat, hoping for discarded fish.
  • We watched as the hawk continued to circle its prey patiently, never losing sight of it.
  • From a distance, a falcon was seen to circle its prey over the open fields before diving.
  • Predators often circle their prey to assess its strength and find the most vulnerable spot.