uncivilized

Example Sentences

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Instead, they expressed their hatred through euphemism and impersonal fearmongering, lest they be deemed uncivilized.

From Slate • Dec. 11, 2024

“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 • Feb. 13, 2024

“What do they say, ‘anything else would be uncivilized?’

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2022

Before entering the city, Odysseus thinks to himself, "What kind of people have I come amongst? Are they cruel, savage, and uncivilized, or hospitable and humane?"

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2022

Worse, the chaos and looting during the fire reminded people of the city’s uncivilized pioneer days.

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy