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civil

[siv-uhl] / ˈsɪv əl /




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The master civil lawsuit filed by Palisades fire victims is still in initial stages.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Musk "has a responsibility, everyone in public and civil life has a responsibility to call for calm and not to stoke grievance or hatred... that puts vulnerable people and our communities at risk," Turley said.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Platner said the online comments and his relations with Fifield came during a “very dark period” when he was struggling with his re-entry into civil society.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Enfield Council said it had reported a case of criminal damage to the Met Police at the time of the felling, however it is understood the force has deemed it a civil matter.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

This was the most Doli had spoken since they had left Eiddileg’s realm and, despite the dwarf’s uncomplimentary opinions, Taran hoped he would finally come around to being civil.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander




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