civilians
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Kabila accused the government of using the death penalty, ending the moratorium introduced during his own presidency, to intimidate civilians, politicians and members of the military, as well as himself.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
Beyond that, the spa champions a culture of discretion that attracts celebrities and civilians alike.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
The UN says civilians there are "at grave risk" and lacking food due to soaring prices.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
"We are thankful that intelligence works," Zelensky told reporters in Oslo, describing the early warnings as "very, very important for our people, for children, adults, civilians" when ballistic missiles were about to strike.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
He was writing about Commando Special Forces, how popular and revered they were by civilians, but his dislike of their commander, a German mercenary, made his words stiff.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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