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Feeding Frenzy


The phrase 'Feeding Frenzy' is used to describe a period of excited activity by a group, particularly around a certain focal point.

Example of Use: “The media had a feeding frenzy when the murder suspect was caught red-handed.”

Interesting fact about Feeding Frenzy

The term 'feeding frenzy' was originally used to describe a shark attack. It was coined in the mid-20th century.