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6 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Cannibalize' in a Sentence

"to engage in cannibalism or to use parts of something to repair or build another similar thing." more

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The old car had cannibalized parts from several others to keep running.
The plant will be cannibalizing nutrients from its lower leaves to support new growth.
They often cannibalize old computers for spare parts.
The team had cannibalized its previous project to meet the tight deadline.
Employees have been cannibalizing their work hours to meet tight project deadlines.
The plant will have been cannibalizing nutrients from neighboring plants.

Cannibalize

kan-uh-buh-lahyz
verbto engage in cannibalism or to use parts of something to repair or build another similar thing.

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Last Updated On: June 5, 2024
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