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Scavengers

Verb / ˈskævʌndʒɜ:z / Another word for scavengers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Scavengers are animals or people that search for or collect things that other animals or people have left behind or thrown away.

Synonyms & similar words

magpie scavenger packrat raiders pickers foragers collectors janitors cleaners germaphobes hoarders prospectors rummagers searchers surveyors inspectors investigators explorers pioneers

Example sentences

  1. The raccoons are scavengers that eat leftover food from our trash cans.
  2. The scavengers at the landfill sift through the garbage to find recyclable materials.
  3. The hyenas are known as scavengers because they feed on the remains of dead animals.
  4. After the party, the children scavenged for candy that was left on the ground.
  5. The janitor is a scavenger that cleans up the messes left by others.

Quotes

  • Scavengers are the ultimate survivors. They are always looking for a way to thrive in the most difficult conditions. - Bear Grylls
  • Scavenging is not just about finding food and water. It's about finding hope and the will to survive. - Les Stroud
  • The scavenger hunt was a great way to explore the city and learn about its history. - Unknown

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