civil
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It also noted that Ryanair does not apply the fee on flights to and from Italy following action by the Italian civil aviation authority.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Platner said the online comments and his relations with Fifield came during a “very dark period” when he was struggling with his re-entry into civil society.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
In a resignation letter and in subsequent court filings, Fowler said he was concerned the circumstances exposed him to “potential civil and criminal liability.”
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
The four young men in the rebel camp hidden deep in jungle-covered mountains never wanted a part in Myanmar's civil war.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“I don’t want you to do anything but be civil to him and help to the pudding. You’ll give me your advice if I get in a muddle, won’t you?” asked Jo, rather hurt.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
Vocabulary lists containing civil
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act I
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Abraham Lincoln's "Gettysburg Address" (1863)
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"Of Mice and Men"
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