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
Sleep deprivation also disrupts mood regulation, often leading to anxiety, irritability or depression.
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
After two years of war, Gaza’s population is in a state of extreme deprivation.
—Jeremy Konyndyk, Foreign Affairs, 23 Oct. 2025
Not every such deprivation becomes a literal matter of life and death as in the play, but making use of such scenarios enables Shakespeare to highlight more effectively the danger of arbitrary action.
—JSTOR Daily, 23 Oct. 2025
Why Sleep Matters So Much for Teens Chronic sleep deprivation can impact anyone, including teens, in various ways.
—Kris Ann Valdez, Parents, 22 Oct. 2025
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
After two years of war, Gaza’s population is in a state of extreme deprivation.
—Jeremy Konyndyk, Foreign Affairs, 23 Oct. 2025
Not every such deprivation becomes a literal matter of life and death as in the play, but making use of such scenarios enables Shakespeare to highlight more effectively the danger of arbitrary action.
—JSTOR Daily, 23 Oct. 2025
Why Sleep Matters So Much for Teens Chronic sleep deprivation can impact anyone, including teens, in various ways.
—Kris Ann Valdez, Parents, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deprivation
Noun
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But the lack of a concrete, overarching deal is still a problem.—
Kerry Brown,
Time,
31 Oct. 2025
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Fiery press conferences, frustration over a lack of signings, and a glum touchline demeanour paint a worrying picture.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Toronto Blue Jays bounced back from a tough Game 3 loss to even the World Series at two games apiece following a 6-2 Game 4 victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday.—
Wayne Sterling,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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The situation could result in potential discipline for the Ravens, ranging from fines or loss of draft picks to possible suspensions if the NFL determines a serious violation occurred.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
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In August, global food security experts said that parts of Gaza were experiencing famine and that severe hunger and privation were widespread there.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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At seventy, Padura is a voice of a generation that endured a long war in Angola and the privations that followed the Soviet collapse.—
Jon Lee Anderson,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The denial letter said Farzam was convicted of making a false statement to the DMV and a registration violation.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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Fuentes has espoused Holocaust denial and white nationalist ideology.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Deprivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deprivation. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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