deprived

Example Sentences

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Scientists have long known that animals tend to crave protein-rich foods when deprived of protein, but exactly how the body senses this deficiency remained unclear.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

That measure, if approved, would have deprived the city of an average of $860 million per year over five years, spurring deep cuts to city services.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

This chili was born from a small personal challenge: spend less than $20 at the grocery store on a dinner that could stretch two nights for two people without anyone feeling remotely deprived.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

General secretary Paul Whiteman said schools serving the most deprived communities were facing "an uphill battle" to reach Ofsted's new "expected standard" grade in achievement.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

He asks no questions and offers no tales, deprived of his antic companion, with whom the recounting of incident was a joy.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson