as in deprivation
the state of being robbed of something normally enjoyed
the constant privation of sleep was starting to affect my work
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Recent Examples of privation
As a prisoner of war, Morris R. Wills faced a gamut of privations—he was left malnourished and consigned to filthy conditions amid the ever-present threat of execution.
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Nikhil Krishnan, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
Economic privation could further encourage violent competition between Syrian armed groups over territory and revenues.
—Sam Heller, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
But envisioning the privation that followed, with Panguna shut down, requires little imagination.
—Sean Williams, Harper's Magazine, 23 Sep. 2024
Saunders and Gamble dig into the domestic privations of poverty — the lack of food and heat, the shame of wearing the same old clothes every day, the constant worry about what’s next.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
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Nikhil Krishnan, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
Economic privation could further encourage violent competition between Syrian armed groups over territory and revenues.
—Sam Heller, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
But envisioning the privation that followed, with Panguna shut down, requires little imagination.
—Sean Williams, Harper's Magazine, 23 Sep. 2024
Saunders and Gamble dig into the domestic privations of poverty — the lack of food and heat, the shame of wearing the same old clothes every day, the constant worry about what’s next.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for privation
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By April 2024, as the bombing, displacement and deprivation continued, UNICEF estimated that 100 percent of children in Gaza were in need of mental health and psychosocial support.—
Sarah Ferguson,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Chronic sleep deprivation can lead to fatigue, mood swings, low libido and difficulty concentrating, according to the National Institutes of Health.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
8 July 2025
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Both actors, who have been previously married to other celebrities, have indicated a lack of interest in dating.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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Whether due to inadequate service, lack of knowledge and experience, or scheduling conflicts, transitioning to a planner who aligns better with your needs can provide the personalized and sophisticated support necessary for achieving your financial goals.—
Cicely Jones,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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“Privation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/privation. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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