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privilege

[priv-uh-lij, priv-lij] / ˈprɪv ə lɪdʒ, ˈprɪv lɪdʒ /


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But if your child abuses the privilege, you can remove them as an authorized user at any time.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“I’m proud I have the privilege of being in charge, of doing that job,” he said by phone from Mexico City.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

They added: "It has been, and forever will be, an honour and a privilege to be his daughters, and to have witnessed firsthand the impact both he and his work have had on so many."

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

He never imagined that most of his 2026 World Cup experience would be spent in virtual queues—all for the privilege of spending 10 times as much.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

"This tradition goes back to the very beginning of our islands, and to the onset of our civilization. For generations my ancestors have had the grand privilege to be guardians of our most treasured jewels."

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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