combatants
Example Sentences
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Its figures do not distinguish between combatants and civilians.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
The Gulf state said the drone came from Iraq, home to powerful militias aligned with Iran that have been active combatants in the war.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
“Where do they put the threshold, that divides combatants and civilians?”
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
It does not distinguish between combatants and civilians.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
The game remained close, both combatants missing shots they should have made and sinking baskets that defied all principles of the game.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
