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civilian

[si-vil-yuhn] / sɪˈvɪl yən /


NOUN
nonmilitary person
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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

He said there was a "moral obligation to protect the civilian population from the atrocious effects of war".

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

For the rest of the war, he served essentially as a senior civilian advisor and administrator.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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