as in lack
the state of being robbed of something normally enjoyed
the concern of some that there has been a deprivation of rights since the passing of laws to combat the threat of terrorism
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Recent Examples of deprivation
But the years of deprivation and isolation have taken a heavy toll.
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Jane Arraf, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
Like many Gazans, some Christians simply hope to escape the enclave after witnessing months of deprivation, loss and bombardment.
—Aaron Boxerman, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
The relationship between dieting and food cravings is complicated, but some studies show that food deprivation increases cravings.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
Another 2021 study found that sleep deprivation increased levels of cortisol during interpersonal conflict.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
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Jane Arraf, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
Like many Gazans, some Christians simply hope to escape the enclave after witnessing months of deprivation, loss and bombardment.
—Aaron Boxerman, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
The relationship between dieting and food cravings is complicated, but some studies show that food deprivation increases cravings.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
Another 2021 study found that sleep deprivation increased levels of cortisol during interpersonal conflict.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for deprivation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deprivation
Noun
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Some college presidents decide to weather the storm, hoping to placate enough constituents so that the motion fails for a lack of votes.—
Shaun Richman,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2025
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Webster is a good example of how luck — or a lack of it — can have a huge impact on a player’s career.—
Andy Naylor,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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None of those players is still with the Sox as pitchers and catchers prepare to report for spring training Wednesday at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Ariz. There are also changes in the dugout, most notably Will Venable as the new manager for a team coming off a modern-day MLB record 121 losses.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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Just two weeks ago, Boise State basketball was 5-4 in Mountain West play, had lost three straight road games following a last-second loss to Colorado State, and didn’t even seem to have an identity.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Feb. 2025
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Economic privation could further encourage violent competition between Syrian armed groups over territory and revenues.—
Sam Heller,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Dec. 2024
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But envisioning the privation that followed, with Panguna shut down, requires little imagination.—
Sean Williams,
Harper's Magazine,
23 Sep. 2024
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Judge Tanya Chutkan’s denial of relief is a victory for President Trump, as anticipated here after the judge held a hearing on Monday.—
Andrew C. McCarthy,
National Review,
19 Feb. 2025
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Those who don’t believe this are either in denial or are not paying attention.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2025
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“Deprivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deprivation. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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