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civilian

[si-vil-yuhn] / sɪˈvɪl yən /


NOUN
nonmilitary person
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“The attacks caused significant material damage and resulted in substantial civilian casualties,” said Bassel Doueik, a Lebanon researcher at Acled, another international conflict tracker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 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

He did not promise to bring harm to their civilian families.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Infected, they mingled with the civilian population and threatened to start an epidemic.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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