uncivilized

Example Sentences

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Masked men grabbing anyone and everyone in the fashion of paramilitary squads from countries we deem uncivilized.

From Los Angeles Times

Attempting to construe the uncivilized and norms-busting battle that Democrats found themselves in, Garcia likened the politics of Trump's second term to a "bar fight."

From Salon

Some may find that idea revolting, a belief often, if unknowingly, steeped in colonialism and the notion that eating insects is "uncivilized."

From Salon

“In view of Gao’s uncivilized visit and his behavior that may cause harm to giant pandas, he is prohibited from entering the panda base … for life,” the notice said.

From Seattle Times

Surely not — why, antisemitism is uncivilized, and L.A. was a civilized town.

From Los Angeles Times