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Predatory

/prˈɛdəˌtɔri/
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(adj) Of, or relating to a predator.

According to Tom, Mary is just a predatory guru who promises gain.
The websites of some predatory publishers look credible.
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The ____ lending practices of some financial companies left vulnerable borrowers in serious debt.

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