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pacifism

[pas-uh-fiz-uhm] / ˈpæs əˌfɪz əm /




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For many though, especially those with living memory of conflict and the atomic bombings, any shift away from pacifism ignites fear.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

The shift isn’t as controversial as it once was in a country with a strong post-World War II tradition of pacifism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

They’ve objected to books which expose readers to evolution, pacifism, magic, women achieving things outside of the home and “false views of death.”

From Salon • Jul. 2, 2025

Together, the young pariah-turned-lizard-rider and his spunky pet prove there’s strength in pacifism.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2025

For thirty-six years I worked for different groups, promoting world government, setting up conferences on pacifism, raising money, stuffing envelopes.

From "Seedfolks" by Paul Fleischman




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