leech
Example Sentences
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And I wanted to leech off of that.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
The decision pays off in the film’s third act, when Matthew is exonerated in the court of the public and receives the adoration he’s been trying to leech from Oliver.
From Salon • Aug. 26, 2025
After Dr. Fahmy shared her first springing leech video with other people, most recognized the jump immediately.
From New York Times • Jun. 20, 2024
They hope that their new leech devices will soon be able to play a part in the health of children and anyone else who is afraid of needles.
From Science Daily • May 2, 2024
If the tapeworm attaches to the right place in the gut, it can leech vitamin B12 from the victim, instigating a lethal form of anemia.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
Vocabulary lists containing leech
Amazing Animals, List 1
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