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impoverish

[im-pov-er-ish, -pov-rish] / ɪmˈpɒv ər ɪʃ, -ˈpɒv rɪʃ /
VERB
make poor
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The Luddite movement, which predated the Swing Riots, was led by textile workers convinced that power-operated looms would permanently impoverish the middle class.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

However, this is unlikely as any fire sale "would impoverish China more than it would hurt the US", according to Capital Economics.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2025

Those who fear ideas, as well as those who view life as mostly transaction, impoverish themselves and our society.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 31, 2023

Niger relies heavily on foreign aid, and sanctions could further impoverish its more than 25 million people.

From Washington Times • Aug. 1, 2023

Paul wanted a shield against all circumstances in order that no circumstance might unman him and impoverish the wealth of his soul.

From The Whole Armour of God by Jowett, John Henry




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