civilian
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He added that the case underscored the need revive Inglewood’s civilian police oversight commission, which was disbanded in recent years.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
At least nine civilian airports in seven countries have been damaged by attacks since the war began Feb. 28, according to Osprey Flight Solutions, an aviation-security firm.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
International humanitarian law spells out clearly that civilians and civilian infrastructure must be protected, said Turk.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
The UN secretary general was "deeply troubled by statements suggesting that entire civilian populations or civilisations may be made to bear the consequences of political and military decisions", his spokesperson told reporters in New York.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
It had been commandeered from an idle civilian.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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