DEPRIVING Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

depriving

verb

present participle of deprive

as in stripping

to take something away from working those long hours was depriving him of his sleep

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as in deposing

to remove from a position of prominence or power (as a throne) a prince who had been deprived after those who opposed the monarchy came to power

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Recent Examples of depriving The risk of transmission also limits contact with the patients even after death, depriving families of closure and the opportunity to observe their preferred burial rites. — Constant Same Bagalwa, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026 The condition causes the carotid artery inside the skull to narrow or close, depriving the brain of oxygen. — Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Oct. 2026 The Russian nighttime barrage hit 28 substations and other critical energy facilities, depriving more than a half-million people of electricity, heat and running water, Zelenskyy said on social media. — Samya Kullab, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026 But the judge overreached, depriving city voters of a choice in the District 2 race and making Wright’s opponent Mike Gelin, who sued Wright, an automatic winner, pending the outcome of court appeals. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026 Questioning MacArthur on the wisdom of depriving his troops of reading material was the opposite of hero worship. — Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2026 However, further Houthi offensives have met stiffer resistance from the recuperated forces of the Presidential Leadership Council, depriving the group of another quick victory. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 4 Oct. 2026 The legacy of four decades of war is compounded by a yearlong closure of border crossings with Pakistan due to a simmering conflict, depriving Afghanistan of its main trade route. — ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026 Using a tarp to control weeds is an easy method that works by depriving the plants of light, water, and oxygen. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 26 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for depriving

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Airbnb guests can say goodbye to checkout chores like washing dishes, stripping beds and taking out the trash under a new policy announced this week.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
While also giving value for money with the large size and affordable price tag, the formula gives hair a fuller appearance and cleanses without stripping.

— Ellie Davis, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of stripping

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In September, Judge Jonathan Medema ordered a stay of the civil case so the two sides could work to resolve the dispute without dismissing the case.

— Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 22 Oct. 2026
The court granted that request, entering judgment for the United States on Count III of the government’s complaint and dismissing the remaining counts as moot.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of dismissing

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The underlying data shows the Chiefs should be sacking the quarterback at a higher rate already, albeit still not near an elite rate.

— Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 27 Oct. 2026
Sayin’s injury came after Hoosiers defender Mario Landino hit his throwing shoulder while sacking him.

— Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of sacking

Verb

Two width-adjustable feet with a groove at the bottom help to secure it on a surface, while a third, upright arm prevents the tablet from toppling over.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026
Each system is tested to failure, which means damaging the structure beyond repair or toppling it.

— Daniel Wolfe, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2026