hunger
Example Sentences
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Protests erupted last month outside an immigrant detention facility in New Jersey after detainees launched a hunger and labor strike over what they called inhumane conditions such as rotten food and medical neglect.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
The latest unrest was triggered by a hunger and work strike launched by detainees at Delaney Hall over their living conditions.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
He would like them to end their hunger strike, for their own health, but understands that they feel that their bodies are the only agency they have.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Signals from the gut, hormones, metabolism, and the brain can all influence hunger, cravings, and weight regain.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
Clara had never known anything other than hunger in her first life, so she figured she could tolerate it perfectly well in this one.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
Vocabulary lists containing hunger
Nutrition - Introductory
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