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Vocabulary Entry
starvation
|noun • verb
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N
noun
the state of suffering or wasting caused by lack of food.
Example Sentences
"The famine led to widespread starvation in the region."
"Starvation is a serious issue that affects millions of people worldwide."
"He was rescued before starvation could take its toll on his body."
V
verb
to suffer or die from hunger; to deprive of food.
Example Sentences
"If they don't receive aid, the people may starve."
"Many animals starved during the harsh winter months."
"He feared that his decision would cause his family to starve."