as in honor
something granted as a special favor
the town's oldest resident will have the privilege of leading the parade kicking off the Heritage Celebration
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as in to entitle
to give a right to
only professionals who meet the education and experience requirements set by law are privileged to use the title "interior designer" in Oklahoma
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Recent Examples of privilege
Literary Hub, 17 Feb. 2026
The California Department of Motor Vehicles has the authority to revoke or suspend the driving privilege of someone stopped by law enforcement for driving under the influence.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Nizan Geslevich Packin, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Yet a new generation of fans now marvels at Bonds’s achievements, and even older fans seem willing to privilege the memories of his otherworldly feats over those of his glaring flaws.
—Jeremy Collins, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Each of these characters is perfectly positioned for the life of privilege their parents promised, and yet eager for something different.
—Literary Hub, 17 Feb. 2026
The California Department of Motor Vehicles has the authority to revoke or suspend the driving privilege of someone stopped by law enforcement for driving under the influence.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
The result is a market structure that can privilege imitation and momentum over independent judgment and rigorous verification, a pattern that gradually shapes the governance expectations boards bring with them when these companies go public.
—Nizan Geslevich Packin, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Yet a new generation of fans now marvels at Bonds’s achievements, and even older fans seem willing to privilege the memories of his otherworldly feats over those of his glaring flaws.
—Jeremy Collins, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for privilege
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Light, Mutschler, and Daniel McAvay made the All-Tournament team for the Hawks, while Brown earned MVP honors.—
Zach McMahon,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
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Lunar New Year celebrations are in full swing as millions participate in festivities and honor traditions believed to bring good fortune.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The judge vacated his conviction and ruled Vedam was entitled to a new trial.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Last month, the union first authorized a strike, with 82% of its members in favor.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The workers, represented by the Pacific Northwest Staff Union, voted to authorize a strike last month after talks broke down.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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Whatever the outcome of the playoffs, Trubin’s focus will soon be fully on the national team as Ukraine looks to qualify for its first World Cup in two decades.—
Patrick Snell,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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But this is a different kind of season for the Heat, which is on track to need to qualify for the playoffs through the NBA’s play-in tournament for the fourth straight year.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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The increasing ubiquity of K-beauty products outside Korea is also enabling a broader following.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Decades of levees and shipping channels destroyed protective ecosystems, leaving the region vulnerable to hurricanes; the closure of a key canal is enabling restoration.—
Melina Walling,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Privilege.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/privilege. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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