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deprive

verbgeneral usecommon/pɾiˈvaɾ/pri·var

Definition

1

To prevent someone from having, using, or enjoying something; to strip.

Usage examples

“The law should not deprive citizens of their basic rights.”
“He deprived himself of sleep to finish the project.”

Common combinations

deprive someone of somethingdeprive oneself of