deprive

verb

di-ˈprīv How to pronounce deprive (audio)
Definition of deprivenext
1
as in to strip
to take something away from working those long hours was depriving him of his sleep

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2
as in to depose
to remove from a position of prominence or power (as a throne) a prince who had been deprived after those who opposed the monarchy came to power

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Recent Examples of deprive The bipartisan legislation, which passed 86-11, would penalize countries that continue to buy Russian oil, gas and other exports seeking to deprive Putin of revenues fueling the war. — Mary Clare Jalonick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 The bipartisan legislation, which passed the Senate 86 to 11, would penalize countries that continue to buy Russian oil, gas and other exports — seeking to deprive Putin of revenues fueling the war. — Mary Clare Jalonick, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2026 So while Murrill’s desire to deprive exonerees of money is terrible, Alexander said, her efforts to prevent them from having their names officially cleared are truly reprehensible. — Richard A. Webster, ProPublica, 6 Aug. 2026 And through that ruling, really deprived the defense of presenting a complete defense. — Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for deprive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deprive
  1. strip
  2. depose
  3. sack
  4. dismiss
  5. topple
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  • During the Saturday general session meeting, Donna Soucy, a New Hampshire DNC member, defended the Granite State’s ability to evaluate presidential candidates despite being stripped of its former first-place status.
    — Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Those already in the country on programs like Temporary Protected Status have also been stripped of that permission to stay.
    — Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 15 Aug. 2026
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  • However, since Assad was deposed in December 2024 by the opposition, that argument appeared less credible than ever.
    — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • As an aside, the rush to depose Romo continues to gain steam even though one of the voices that carries the most weight around CBS has remained doggedly silent.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of depose
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  • After the third consecutive three-and-out ended with Young getting sacked, former Panther QB Jake Delhomme spoke for a lot of fans on the TV broadcast.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Cofnas was sacked by Cambridge in the wake of controversy caused by his comments.
    — Rupert Neate, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
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  • But by the time of his indictment, Lorch was in failing health and found incompetent to stand trial, and lawsuits against him and the church were dismissed due to statute of limitations issues.
    — Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The lawsuit was dismissed Monday without prejudice, meaning the case may be filed again.
    — Riley Moser, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of dismiss
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  • Rey toppled Gable with a tilt-a-whirl and a 10-count punches.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • His reinstatement as judge after Assad was toppled and fled the country for Russia in December 2024 is an illustration of the country’s pursuit of transitional justice.
    — Paula Hancocks, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
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