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Poaching

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Poaching is the act of hunting for animals illegally. In the case of animals that produce a highly prized commodity, such as elephants (ivory), and those perceived as dangerous, such as wolves, poaching can pose a serious threat of extinction.

In cooking, poaching is the cooking of food by simmering it in a small amount of liquid.

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