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civilian

[si-vil-yuhn] / sɪˈvɪl yən /


NOUN
nonmilitary person
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Most victims were Hezbollah fighters, but there were some civilian casualties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

They were part-time, locally controlled forces, composed of citizens who could be called up in emergencies and then returned to civilian life.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Leaders of several armed and secessionist groups said the three‑day measure was in recognition of the "profound spiritual importance" of the papal visit, which starts on Wednesday, and the need to safeguard civilian life.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

There might have to be some exceptions for inbound civilian goods.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Although the Hitler Youth were not tried at Nuremberg, some were tried by civilian courts.

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti




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