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deprived

[dih-prahyvd] / dɪˈpraɪvd /


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In that case, the court established an 'acid test' that if someone is under continuous supervision and control, is not free to leave and cannot consent to this, they are deprived of their liberty.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Experiments in mice showed that animals deprived of protein developed a strong preference for essential amino acids, similar to the behavior seen in fruit flies.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

This chili was born from a small personal challenge: spend less than $20 at the grocery store on a dinner that could stretch two nights for two people without anyone feeling remotely deprived.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Thanks to the Ducks, the great Connor McDavid has once again been deprived of winning the Stanley Cup.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

But today, just the simple handshakes we shared was a welcome addition to my sensory deprived life.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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