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sharks
/ʃɑrks/
Definition
1
Any of numerous predatory cartilaginous fishes (superorder Selachimorpha) typically with tough, scaleless skin, powerful jaws bearing sharp teeth arranged in multiple rows, and a skeleton made of cartilage rather than bone.
2
(plural) Ruthless or unprincipled persons who exploit or victimize others, especially in business or finance, such as 'loan sharks' or 'card sharks'.
Examples
The sharks circled the sinking startup, eager to devour its patents for pennies.
In poker night, Dave turned into a card shark, bluffing his way to everyone's lunch money.
My goldfish stared down the plastic sharks in its tank like a tiny aquatic mob boss.
Loan sharks offered refinancing at rates that would make a great white blush.