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civilian

[si-vil-yuhn] / sɪˈvɪl yən /


NOUN
nonmilitary person
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Example Sentences

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It added, without providing evidence, that Hezbollah has embedded military infrastructure within civilian areas in the region.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

They were part-time, locally controlled forces, composed of citizens who could be called up in emergencies and then returned to civilian life.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Leaders of several armed and secessionist groups said the three‑day measure was in recognition of the "profound spiritual importance" of the papal visit, which starts on Wednesday, and the need to safeguard civilian life.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

When Johannes Høesflot Klæbo strolls down Sixth Avenue in civilian clothes, he could pass for any number of New York City’s better-looking characters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

That day, President Obama awarded me the highest honor our nation can award a civilian: the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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