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civilian

[si-vil-yuhn] / sɪˈvɪl yən /


NOUN
nonmilitary person
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The Indian government has maintained that "targeting of commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure in the region must end".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said that "precise and calibrated strikes" targeted militant "hideouts and safe havens" in border areas, without commenting on civilian casualties.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The U.S. is also working to counter those threats and help free up civilian shipping.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Therefore, he added, "mistakes can happen, but this is not a deliberate targeting of civilian vehicles".

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

They wore mostly civilian clothes, although some had military-style pants.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana




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