civilian
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It used to be relatively easy to secure a medical exemption, perform alternative civilian service, or avoid the draft by staying in education.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said that "precise and calibrated strikes" targeted militant "hideouts and safe havens" in border areas, without commenting on civilian casualties.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
The U.S. is also working to counter those threats and help free up civilian shipping.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
In 2018, he received the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honour.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Driving the car at high speed was John Paul Vann, a retired army colonel, now working as a civilian advisor for the government.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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