predatory instinct

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an instinct to hunt or exploit others

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  • The investor showed a sharp predatory instinct in the competitive market.
  • The cat's predatory instinct took over as it stalked the mouse.
  • Some animals possess a strong predatory instinct to catch their prey.
  • Even in domesticated animals, the predatory instinct can sometimes resurface.
  • His predatory instinct emerged when he saw an opportunity to gain advantage.
  • Some argue that a certain predatory instinct is necessary for success in competitive business.
  • She had to suppress her predatory instinct in collaborative projects.
  • The detective sensed a raw, almost animalistic predatory instinct in the suspect's eyes.
  • The CEO's predatory instinct led to several aggressive corporate takeovers.
  • His predatory instinct was honed by years of survival in the wilderness.
  • Even in urban environments, cats retain their natural predatory instinct.
  • She suppressed her initial predatory instinct to seize the opportunity, opting for a more cautious approach.
  • A true leader knows when to utilize their predatory instinct and when to cooperate.
  • The documentary explored how sharks rely heavily on their acute predatory instinct to hunt in the deep ocean.
  • The detective sensed a predatory instinct lurking beneath the suspect's calm exterior.
  • Without a strong predatory instinct, many carnivores would struggle to find food.
  • Developing a keen predatory instinct is crucial for survival in the wilderness.
  • The coach tried to awaken the team's predatory instinct before the crucial match.
  • The company's strategy was driven by a pure predatory instinct to dominate the market.
  • A true hunter's predatory instinct guides every move, from tracking to the final strike.