neutrality
noun
neu·tral·i·ty
nü-ˈtra-lə-tē 
nyü-
: the quality or state of being neutral
especially
: refusal to take part in a war between other powers
The country adopted an official policy of neutrality.
Examples of neutrality in a Sentence
The country adopted an official policy of neutrality.
The newspaper is known for its political neutrality.
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But as the war grinds on, analysts warn Pakistan’s room for neutrality is shrinking.
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Kyra Colah, FOXNews.com, 23 Mar. 2026
Switzerland has blocked any new sales of arms to the United States, invoking its policy of strict neutrality toward countries involved in armed conflict.
—Arkansas Online, 22 Mar. 2026
As a result of their complaints, two dozen members of Congress asked for an investigation — based on both the Constitution and the Department of Defense’ own regulations about religious neutrality and the professional obligations and standards expected of military leadership.
—Chloe Breyer, New York Daily News, 22 Mar. 2026
Washington has put them in a difficult position, with India choosing diplomacy with Iran to secure passage for its vessels and Sri Lanka opting to retain its neutrality, underscoring its vulnerable position.
—Monica Duffy Toft, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
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Kyra Colah, FOXNews.com, 23 Mar. 2026
Switzerland has blocked any new sales of arms to the United States, invoking its policy of strict neutrality toward countries involved in armed conflict.
—Arkansas Online, 22 Mar. 2026
As a result of their complaints, two dozen members of Congress asked for an investigation — based on both the Constitution and the Department of Defense’ own regulations about religious neutrality and the professional obligations and standards expected of military leadership.
—Chloe Breyer, New York Daily News, 22 Mar. 2026
Washington has put them in a difficult position, with India choosing diplomacy with Iran to secure passage for its vessels and Sri Lanka opting to retain its neutrality, underscoring its vulnerable position.
—Monica Duffy Toft, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
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“Neutrality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neutrality. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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neutrality
noun
neu·tral·i·ty
n(y)ü-ˈtral-ət-ē
: the quality or state of being neutral especially in time of war
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