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deprive from
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase 'deprive from' is not correct in written English.
The correct phrase is 'deprive of'. For example, 'The prisoner was deprived of his freedom.'.
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Gorbachev and Ligachev's anti-alcohol campaign was opposed by Ryzhkov, who agreed with the State Planning Committee and the Ministry of Trade that such a drive would deprive from the state billions of rubles in income.
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Bulk soil without plant (control soil) was also investigated to obtain microbes deprived from rhizodeposits.
Those who have property and deprived from property do not constitute a class.
Academia
As I write this, I'm sleep-deprived from a 10-week-old puppy.
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Due to economic-social factors and consequential results, some neighborhoods deprived from the same level of development in other neighborhoods.
MCF10A cells expressing the indicated shRNAs were deprived from growth factors for 24 h and subsequently treated with 500 nM BX-795 for another 24 h.
Science & Research
Control and MCF10A cells with silenced Par6 were deprived from essential growth factors insulin and EGF for 24 h, followed by analysis of Ki-67 positivity.
Science & Research
Cells expressing the indicated shRNAs were deprived from growth factors for 24 h as in panel (a) and subsequently treated with inhibitors for 4 h.
Science & Research
"You're almost deprived from playing, and you caddie six days a week and then you get a chance to play on Monday.
News & Media
I developed a very strong self-learning skill, and being deprived from real study gave me a real urge to want to learn.
News & Media
By adopting this delivery strategy, the LMWP-insulin conjugates released from the MNPs could be deprived from enzymatic degradation, due to the short distance in reaching the epithelia and the high permeation of the conjugates through epithelia.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use "deprive of" instead of "deprive from". For example, "The new law will deprive citizens of their rights" is correct.
Common error
Avoid using "from" after "deprive". The correct preposition is "of". A common mistake is saying "deprive someone from something" when it should be "deprive someone of something".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "deprive from" is typically intended to function as a verb phrase, aiming to express the act of taking something away from someone. However, as indicated by Ludwig AI, this construction is grammatically incorrect.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "deprive from" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. The correct form is "deprive of". Ludwig AI confirms this, emphasizing the importance of using the correct preposition. While the phrase might appear in various contexts, adhering to standard grammatical conventions is crucial for clear and effective communication. Remember to use "deprive of" to accurately convey the intended meaning.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
deprive of
Uses the correct preposition "of" instead of "from".
strip of
Emphasizes the forceful removal of something.
divest of
Suggests a formal or legal removal of something.
rob of
Implies taking something away unjustly.
bereave of
Indicates a significant loss, often emotionally charged.
dispossess of
Focuses on the removal of possession or ownership.
relieve of
Suggests easing a burden by removing something.
free from
Indicates liberation by removing something restrictive.
excuse from
Suggests exemption or release from a duty or obligation.
exempt from
Similar to excuse from, highlighting a formal exclusion.
FAQs
What is the correct preposition to use with "deprive"?
The correct preposition to use with "deprive" is "of", not "from". For example, you should say "deprive someone of something", not "deprive someone from something".
What can I say instead of "deprive from"?
Since "deprive from" is grammatically incorrect, use "deprive of" instead. Other alternatives include "strip of", "rob of", or "divest of", depending on the intended meaning.
Is "deprive from" ever correct?
No, "deprive from" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. The correct form is always "deprive of".
How do I remember to use "deprive of" instead of "deprive from"?
Think of "deprive" as meaning "to take away". You take something of someone, not from them. Therefore, use "deprive of".
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
82%
Authority and reliability
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested