Exploit
Exploit verb - To take unfair advantage of.
Usage example: the type of person who exploits a friend's good nature by constantly sponging off of him
Fleece is a synonym for exploit in activity topic. In some cases you can use "Fleece" instead a verb "Exploit", when it comes to topics like manipulate, misuse.
Fleece
Fleece verb - To rob by the use of trickery or threats.
Usage example: swindlers who use the telephone to fleece senior citizens out of their savings
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