privilege
Example Sentences
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"His absence leaves a profound, irreplaceable void, and he will be missed beyond measure by everyone who had the privilege to serve alongside him."
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
"The irony is that many investors appear willing to pay a premium simply for the privilege of gaining access," he added.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
The wealthier one gets, he says, the easier it is to live a life of privilege.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
I mention the obvious class privilege behind that moment not to cover myself in sackcloth and ashes, but on the way to a different observation.
From Salon • May 31, 2026
Will Thompson got to act like a jerk because his family paid for the privilege?
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
Vocabulary lists containing privilege
"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
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Bud, Not Buddy
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 26–31
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