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Victim

/vˈɪktəm/
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(noun) One that is harmed—killed, injured, subjected to oppression, deceit, or otherwise adversely affected—by someone or something, especially another person or event, force, or condition; in particular

The tarantula seized its victim very quickly.
Who is the victim of the accident?
CEFR Practice Quiz
The charity provides support to the ____ of the recent natural disaster, helping them to rebuild their local homes today.

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