unarmed

Example Sentences

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We also know that unarmed dissidents who have been willing to protest one of the world’s most brutal governments do not lack for courage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Gomez's Indigenous bodyguards are always unarmed, hoping to avoid confrontation, explains Jose Yatacue, coordinator of the Nasa unit.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The Scottish government said Police Scotland would remain an unarmed force and that its current capability was both appropriate and proportionate.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

By all accounts, including the video evidence, Alex Pretti was a law-abiding, good guy with a gun, who stepped in to protect an unarmed woman from an assault.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

It encircles us when we are unarmed and least expect it.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys