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verb

past tense of privilege

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Recent Examples of privileged
Adjective
It's become kind of synonymous, , with, , privilege rich folks doing very dangerous things at the expense of other folks who are not privileged rich folks. Outside Online, 23 Apr. 2025 Justice will be reserved only for those privileged enough not to fear arrest. Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025 Only the heads of state of Italy and the pope’s native Argentina will get privileged seats. Emma Bubola, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025 The women agree on a next move: Kate will kill Joe alone; the other women have been through too much and Kate, the white, privileged member of this trio, is prepared to do penance for her multitude of crimes and criminally complicit acts. Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for privileged
Recent Examples of Synonyms for privileged
Adjective
  • An audience of about 75—who all seemed to be locals, except for me and a Dutch couple—roared and cheered as a gifted dancer named David Nieto shook the stage in a whir of heel stomps, wrist flicks, and head snaps.
    Christopher Bagley, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2025
  • Arsenal have a gifted group in their collective prime, with some clear tent-pole stars.
    James McNicholas, New York Times, 10 May 2025
Verb
  • And they are entitled to a portion of the proceeds if the case succeeds.
    Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 25 Mar. 2025
  • There is a backlog of 30 years in assigning lawyers for some of the appeals to which condemned inmates are entitled.
    Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Throughout his life, Joe Don touched many lives with his warmth and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
    Tommy McArdle, People.com, 15 May 2025
  • Metallica is fortunate to claim several such successes, and the pioneering band has a handful of tracks in its discography that have stood the test of time.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Adjective
  • The Beats Studio Buds+ earphones are now 41% off and deliver booming bass, surprisingly strong noise cancellation, and a secure fit that beats standard AirPods for less.
    Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 12 May 2025
  • Will the legal system leverage data, technology, and human resources to democratize legal access, promote free trade and provide safeguards that promote commerce as well as secure personal freedoms?
    Mark A. Cohen, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Verb
  • The Yorkville Police Department Investigations Division, along with the Kendall County Cooperative Police Assistance Team, were authorized on Thursday to record communications with Hellenthal, according to the release.
    Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
  • The school board has authorized sending a request for proposals to search firms that will help select a new superintendent, according to Donahue’s message.
    Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • More Southern Table Staples Relish Trays As mentioned above, relish trays are a favored side on the Southern table, offering a burst of acidic, vinegary freshness in between bites of our quintessential Southern casseroles and rich buttery dishes.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
  • Tirico, 58, not only missed out on hosting the coverage of the hard-charging Sovereignty’s victorious stretch run against the favored Journalism.
    Mark Story, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2025
Adjective
  • The five lucky contestants advancing in this season of American Idol are 29-year-old Thunderstorm Artis, 18-year-old John Foster, 25-year-old Breanna Nix, 27-year-old Jamal Roberts, and 18-year-old Slater Nalley.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
  • In another instance, the lucky baby received 1 million frequent-flyer miles.
    Michael Nied, People.com, 12 May 2025
Verb
  • That launch enabled Alanui to reach different clusters of customers, as the label’s target is currently aged 20 to over 60 years old.
    Sandra Salibian, WWD, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Earnhardt enabled Berry to drive the team’s late model in between drivers years back.
    Joseph Wolkin, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025

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“Privileged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/privileged. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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