Leech and Slug

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Leech noun - A person who is supported by or seeks support from another without making an adequate return.

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Slug and leech are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Slug" instead a noun "Leech".

Nearby Words: leeching, leeched

Slug noun - A hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument.

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Leech and slug are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Leech" instead a noun "Slug".

It's a tiny slug/leech-like thing with big eyes.

Source: Shapeshifter Default Form
Corrupt Politician: Just about every politician in the book is either a weak, amoral slug or a deliberately destructive leech.

Source: Literature / Atlas Shrugged

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