How to use "prey" in a sentence

But this peaceful revolution of hope cannot become the prey of hostile powers

The cat pounced, missed its prey, stumbled, scared itself, and flashed lightning-quick into another yard.

He had taken pleasure in stalking human prey; hell, there had even been a measure of joy in being stalked, for it gave him the opportunity to prove himself by outwitting the hunter on his trail

And if assassins were waiting here, they would expect their prey to approach the funeral home boldly, confidently

They were still waiting patiently for their prey to walk into the trap.