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uncivil

[uhn-siv-uhl] / ʌnˈsɪv əl /


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It also reminds me of uncivil disobedience—getting in the way, but using perfectly lawful tools.

From Slate • Aug. 15, 2025

Yes, I’m biased against anyone who’s that uncivil, especially when he disrespects facts or — worse — is a pathological liar.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2025

“We must end this uncivil war that pits red against blue, rural versus urban, conservative versus liberal,” Mr. Biden said.

From Washington Times • Dec. 28, 2023

Like Hemphill, many social scientists are making the case for platforms to create a healthier space by tweaking algorithms to de-emphasize potentially uncivil content.

From Salon • Aug. 18, 2022

I wanted to charge downstairs and make a scene—show myself to be rough and uncivil, the complete opposite of the cultured and obedient housewife that Ba aimed to portray.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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