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civilian

[si-vil-yuhn] / sɪˈvɪl yən /


NOUN
nonmilitary person
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It used to be relatively easy to secure a medical exemption, perform alternative civilian service, or avoid the draft by staying in education.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Government data showed that exports of capital goods like computers and civilian aircraft also climbed.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Re-entering civilian life, Platner became deeply disillusioned with war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

In 2018, he received the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honour.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“I shouldn’t have to go to much trouble to deduce it myself,” said the far-sighted civilian, “based on your friend’s description.”

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein




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