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civil

[siv-uhl] / ˈsɪv əl /




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It works by engineering a civil war within the immune system – to get one part to destroy the part causing disease.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

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

The master civil lawsuit filed by Palisades fire victims is still in initial stages.

From Los Angeles Times • 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

Had she known, perhaps her manner would’ve been more civil.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman




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