famish

"The drought famished the entire region, leaving crops wilted."

"He was so focused on his work that he forgot to eat and began to famish."

"After being lost for days in the wilderness, he feared he would famish before being found."

"The harsh winter winds famished the trees of their leaves."

"The committee's decision seemed designed to famish the project of vital funding."

"When he decided to move, he felt it would famish him of his social connections."