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deprivation

[dep-ruh-vey-shuhn] / ˌdɛp rəˈveɪ ʃən /


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Stories of civilian deprivation could also turn public opinion in the U.S. even further against the war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Ponce added that Joseph also suffered language deprivation, meaning he is delayed in comparison to other 6-year-olds who are hearing.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Researchers used this schedule change to examine how sleep patterns and sleep deprivation affected students' health and academic outcomes.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

Aine Leslie says that reflects "the significant levels of deprivation within the communities we serve".

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

We pledge ourselves to liberate all our people from the continuing bondage of poverty, deprivation, suffering, gender, and other discrimination.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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