bird of prey
noun phrase
: a carnivorous bird (such as a hawk, eagle, vulture, or owl) that feeds wholly or chiefly on meat taken by hunting or on carrion : raptor
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My favorite bird of prey is our national bird, the majestic bald eagle.
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
In the 2024 movie musical, Regina (Reneé Rapp) picks a dramatic, yet less revealing look that resembles an elaborate bird of prey.
—Alexandra Willingham, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Recently, owls and other birds of prey were found dead, suggesting some wild animals had been stricken with the virus.
—Evan Bush, NBC News, 22 Oct. 2024
These include: Raptors at the Depot, where riders can see owls, eagles and other birds of prey and learn about native Sedona wildlife just before their ride.
—Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 2 Oct. 2024
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
In the 2024 movie musical, Regina (Reneé Rapp) picks a dramatic, yet less revealing look that resembles an elaborate bird of prey.
—Alexandra Willingham, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Recently, owls and other birds of prey were found dead, suggesting some wild animals had been stricken with the virus.
—Evan Bush, NBC News, 22 Oct. 2024
These include: Raptors at the Depot, where riders can see owls, eagles and other birds of prey and learn about native Sedona wildlife just before their ride.
—Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Bird of prey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bird%20of%20prey. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.
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