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exploit
noun
A heroic or extraordinary deed.
An achievement.
"The first trek to the summit of Mount Everest was a stunning exploit."
A program or technique that exploits a vulnerability in other software.
verb
To use for one’s own advantage.
Similar: take advantage of, use
To forcibly deprive someone of something to which she or he has a natural right.
"Materialistic monsters who exploit "kind" folks will not have good outcomes, no matter how much comforts were ill-gained."
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