deprive (of)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for deprive (of)
Verb
  • In most fields workers are prone to deny a problem and even pretend to enjoy the abuse.
    James L. Edwards III, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The Idaho Senate this week approved a joint resolution to deny voters the authority to legalize cannabis through a statewide ballot initiative.
    A.J. Herrington, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Don’t begrudge others their micro-moments of glory.
    John Bowe, Contributor, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025
  • At the same time, if Manning one day does don a gold jacket, no one will begrudge him — because his career will have earned him the votes to make it so.
    Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • The decision to withhold intelligence and military aid came on the heels of a tempestuous White House visit last week by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
    ASSOCIATED PRESS, TIME, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Bass spokesperson Zach Seidl did not respond when asked if there was a reason her messages were being withheld, or if no such messages existed.
    Julia Wick, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Defendants retain the right to attorney-client privilege, meaning confidential communications between themselves and their attorney for the purpose of seeking legal advice, while in jail or prison.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The same is true in business, where a work environment built on positive reinforcement keeps turnover low and helps retain top talent.
    Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2025
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“Deprive (of).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deprive%20%28of%29. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.

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