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uncivilized

[uhn-siv-uh-lahyzd] / ʌnˈsɪv əˌlaɪzd /


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Vikings weren’t just “simple, uncivilized, barbaric hordes,” says historian after a huge 1,000-year-old textile production site was discovered.

From MarketWatch Jun. 24, 2026

Instead, they expressed their hatred through euphemism and impersonal fearmongering, lest they be deemed uncivilized.

From Slate Dec. 11, 2024

“In view of Gao’s uncivilized visit and his behavior that may cause harm to giant pandas, he is prohibited from entering the panda base … for life,” the notice said.

From Seattle Times Feb. 13, 2024

“What do they say, ‘anything else would be uncivilized?’

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 17, 2022

Worse, the chaos and looting during the fire reminded people of the city’s uncivilized pioneer days.

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy




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