as in lack
the state of being robbed of something normally enjoyed
the concern of some that there has been a deprivation of rights since the passing of laws to combat the threat of terrorism
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Recent Examples of deprivation
Remember, the postpartum period is such a major time of hormonal fluctuations, physical pain, exhaustion, sleep deprivation, and, oftentimes, anemia and vitamin depletion, says Dr. Kuhn.
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Sherri Gordon, Parents, 2 Oct. 2024
Sleep deprivation is the most obvious factor, with nothing but occasional micronaps available for several days.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 4 Nov. 2024
Sleep deprivation also leads to cognitive and metabolic impairments.
—Dr. Peter H. Diamandis, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
Sleep deprivation is also associated with disruptions in appetite-regulating hormones (ghrelin and leptin), which often increases cravings for sugary, nutrient-poor foods.12
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—Lauren Panoff, Mph, Rd, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
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Sherri Gordon, Parents, 2 Oct. 2024
Sleep deprivation is the most obvious factor, with nothing but occasional micronaps available for several days.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 4 Nov. 2024
Sleep deprivation also leads to cognitive and metabolic impairments.
—Dr. Peter H. Diamandis, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
Sleep deprivation is also associated with disruptions in appetite-regulating hormones (ghrelin and leptin), which often increases cravings for sugary, nutrient-poor foods.12
2.
—Lauren Panoff, Mph, Rd, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deprivation
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Earlier this month Qatar said it could no longer be involved in mediation efforts due to a lack of willingness by both Hamas and Israel to engage in good faith attempts to end the deadly conflict.Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
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But federal health officials say the lack of heating and pasteurization poses risks like exposure to harmful bacteria like E. coli and listeria — a concern that's been amplified by bird flu spreading among dairy cattle.Natalie Daher, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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The Browns have suffered losses to the Giants and Raiders on a resume that includes a seemingly inexplicable victory over Baltimore.Jack Magruder, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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An anonymous donor emailed O’Connell the same day the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel published its Nov. 6 story about the youth shelter’s sudden loss in federal funding.Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
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But envisioning the privation that followed, with Panguna shut down, requires little imagination.Sean Williams, Harper's Magazine, 23 Sep. 2024
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Saunders and Gamble dig into the domestic privations of poverty — the lack of food and heat, the shame of wearing the same old clothes every day, the constant worry about what’s next.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
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Failing to report an accident can result in claim denials.Nia Bowers, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Metrics such as denial rates for rehabilitative services and appeal success rates should be regularly reviewed.Amber Nigam, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Deprivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deprivation. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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