as in nonaggressive
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Recent Examples of nonbelligerent
Solmaz Sharif, The New Yorker, 21 Feb. 2022
Over time, such cooperation could gradually acclimate Arab peoples to a nonbelligerent stance toward Israel.
—Charles Krauthammer, Twin Cities, 30 May 2017
Adjective
For not wanting to be nonbelligerent by naming the terms for belligerence.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonbelligerent
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For one, China has long stood out for its nonaggressive nuclear doctrine.—
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Never run or make any loud noises or sudden movements, as this could startle these creatures, which are typically nonaggressive until frightened.—
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Gideon Rose: How does a female civilian British pacifist end up becoming the chief adviser to the US military in Iraq?—
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The grieving mother began using her platform as one of Germany’s most celebrated artists, noted for her masterful drawing and printmaking, to become one of its most outspoken pacifists.—
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Here a civilian leader is shown in an unwarlike pose, seated, with a thoughtful and resolute expression—an icon of responsibility.—
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Hobbits are small and unwarlike, with no interest in glory.—
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For decades in the United States, scientists and government officials have coexisted in a mostly peaceable and productive symbiosis.—
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That's because the First Amendment rights of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and peaceable assembly are fundamental protections of our ability to criticize public officials.—
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Their latest, limited-edition scent is called Sanctuary and lifts inspiration from Palo Santo, a small town along the pacific coast of Mexico.—
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Xi must know that old societies tend to be pacific and that China is getting old fast.—
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Despite the canine appearing to be asleep, her owner hinted that this peaceful nap was nothing but an act.—
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The Vatican said the pope had a peaceful night and was up, sitting in his armchair on Wednesday receiving therapy.—
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Time flowed differently, and my vision felt soft and the world around me pure and unaggressive.—
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The charismatic but typically unaggressive sea mammals were biting people who approached them.—
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Its notably neutral Tokyo style is a particular favorite among the Vogue Shopping team.—
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Plus, there’s a beige and ivory shade for anyone who wants a more neutral base.—
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“Nonbelligerent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonbelligerent. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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