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exploiting

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɛksˌpɫɔɪtɪŋ// UK //ɛksplˈɔɪtɪŋ// ex·ploit·ing

v. to use something in a way that helps you, or to treat someone unfairly for your own gain. You use this when you take full advantage of a situation.

v. to utilise a resource or situation to its fullest extent; alternatively, to take unethical advantage of a person or group for personal benefit.


SIMPLE

The company is exploiting new technology to increase sales.

CONTEXTUAL

The documentary exposes how some factories are exploiting migrant workers by paying them far below the minimum wage.

COMPLEX

By exploiting a previously overlooked loophole in the tax code, the corporation managed to shield millions in offshore accounts while remaining technically compliant with local regulations.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object. When used in a social context, it carries a strong negative connotation of unfairness.

Pitfall

exploiting from the situationexploiting the situationExploit is a transitive verb and does not take the preposition 'from' before its object.

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