demilitarize
Example Sentences
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Other promises include recognizing the sovereignty of Ukraine and keeping troops out of a demilitarized part of the Donbas.
Some U.S. officials have raised the possibility of at least forcing Russia to demilitarize Crimea, so that it cannot be used as a staging ground for future attacks on Ukraine.
From New York Times
It denies committing atrocities during its conflict with Ukraine, which it terms a "special operation" to "demilitarize" its neighbor.
From Reuters
Due to its proximity to the Korean demilitarized zone, the county is heavily fortified, and military personnel and their families comprise around 60% of the population.
From Los Angeles Times
The Koreas have two of the world’s largest artillery forces, with thousands of big guns pointing at each other across the demilitarized zone that separates them.
From Seattle Times
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