civic

Example Sentences

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The United Nations has urged Burkina to reverse the decision to ban political parties and stop the repression of civic space.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

But the deeper lesson is civic, not economic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

However, low voter turnout of 41.6% in the 2022 elections saw it ranked bottom for civic engagement, according to a Statistics Jersey report.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Lessons across grade levels highlight his civic values, personal life and influence.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

With one foot jamming the brake pedal to the floor and the other just as resolutely stomping on the gas, Durham’s civic engine roared deafeningly—but it did not budge from the starting line.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson