leeched

Definition of leechednext
past tense of leech

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for leeched
Verb
  • Other social welfare programs have safety valves to protect weak, incapacitated or disabled clients from being exploited by people in power.
    Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Regardless of their work ethic, intellect and creativity, capital has always exploited them but never been willing to partner with them.
    Jacob Walthour, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Grapevine Faith then used four walks, a sacrifice bunt, and an infield single to produce three runs.
    Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
  • No substitution or compensation will be given for any portion of the prize that is not used.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Leeched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leeched. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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