starve
verb (used without object)
to die or perish from lack of food or nourishment.
starving
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present participleof starve.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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"It's causing huge environmental problems... we have more food in the world, but there are more than ever people who are malnourished and starving," he said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
"People have no idea where to evacuate. There's been no government advice. Many have fled to the hills and are starving."
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
The private-equity industry is starving for more dealmaking activity, with a massive backlog of unsold portfolio companies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
That’s necessary magic in an age that’s starving for it.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
After all, Father’s family might be as vicious as a pack of starving hyenas.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
