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privilege

[priv-uh-lij, priv-lij] / ˈprɪv ə lɪdʒ, ˈprɪv lɪdʒ /


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To not be threatened by the influx of AI in creative spaces is to speak from a place of immense privilege.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

For Geffen co-stars Beatty and Hatendi, it has been a privilege to work alongside two people who knew Fugard so intimately and understood apartheid South Africa so thoroughly.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

"It has been my privilege to serve the residents of Texas's 23rd congressional district," his brief letter stated.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

It’s getting people to recognize that it’s more important to have power than it is to have privilege.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Some of my friends did not have that privilege, and had to go outside to use the bathroom, no matter what the weather was.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals




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