civic

Example Sentences

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But the idea that TMZ has suddenly discovered a civic conscience strains credulity.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

That security allowed us to do everything immigrants and their children are supposed to do: buy homes, build careers, contribute to civic life and love this country.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The United Nations has urged Burkina to reverse the decision to ban political parties and stop the repression of civic space.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

It helps that he is an heir of the Haas family that built Levi Strauss and has long funded local cultural and civic institutions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

I was instructed to hear in the Renaissance poet’s celebration of pastoral life the reminder of his reader’s own civic responsibility and power.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez