- present tense form of deprive (3rd person singular).
deprives
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Ischemic heart disease occurs when reduced blood flow deprives the heart muscle of the oxygen it needs, often because arteries have narrowed or become blocked.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026
“Not building the technology deprives humanity of benefits or simply places AI in the hands of authoritarian powers, while building it too fast is reckless.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
His death also deprives Trump of one of his most trusted allies on Capitol Hill.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2026
This particularly deprives eastern parts of the country of rainfall and sees a later start to the northern wet season -- though less chance of tropical cyclones.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
Anything that deprives them of their sport will also reach out and affect a large number of economic interests.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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