civic

adjective

Definition of civicnext
as in regional
relating to a city, town, or country or to the people who live there Serving on a jury is our civic duty. A meeting of civic leaders that intends to promote economic cooperation in the region.

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Recent Examples of civic But building civic infrastructure in the form of third places shouldn’t be overlooked. — Katelyn Frey, The Conversation, 10 July 2026 Hartford Promise also continues to support students after graduation, offering internships, alumni networking, and civic engagement training that ease the transition into the workforce. — Sivan Hines, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026 In February 1976, 11 commissioners — theologians, physicians, ethicists, lawyers, scientists and civic leaders — examined this question and other ethical quandaries during a four-day retreat in Howard County. — Stephanie Haridopolos, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2026 This creates a vibrant, multicultural social fabric that completely shapes our neighborhoods, faith institutions, and local civic life. — Dale V.c. Holness, Sun Sentinel, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for civic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for civic
  1. regional
  2. national
  3. municipal
  4. federal
  5. local
  6. civil
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  • Building regional hub The announcement follows Wisconsin’s passage of Act 165 earlier this year, becoming the first standalone state law in the United States to exempt capital expenditures on fusion energy projects from state sales tax.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
  • According to the department’s website, visitors who bring vehicles into regional parks pay $8 for parking.
    — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of regional
Adjective
  • The results have shown — from 5-7 and missing a bowl game in 2022 to 7-6 in 2023 to 10-3 in 2024 but collapsing at the end to 13-3 and a run to the national championship last season.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • Meanwhile, Burberry unveiled a hyper-British, globally resonant campaign, A Good Sport, leaning on a cast of national and international names.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 16 July 2026
Definition of national
Adjective
  • The New York City Department of Investigation is the city’s independent watchdog agency, which investigates fraud, corruption, misconduct, municipal malfeasance, city employees, contractors, and individuals who do business with the city.
    — Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • The Tarrant district owns Cedar Creek Lake as one of four water sources for its municipal customers, including the cities of Fort Worth, Arlington and Mansfield.
    — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2026
Definition of municipal
Adjective
  • But now the state is under attack, which could mean that millions in federal dollars will be clawed back and the state’s voice muted.
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
  • That federal oversight allows Kalshi to offer its prediction market to users in Texas.
    — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2026
Definition of federal
Adjective
  • Many of their questions about the potential local impacts of the project remain unanswered.
    — Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
  • Contrary to Trump’s comments on Thursday night, national networks are not licensed by the government, but local stations are.
    — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
Definition of local
Adjective
  • Florida's attorney general can collect civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs, while minors can also pursue up to $10,000 in damages.
    — Chloe Albanesius, PC Magazine, 14 July 2026
  • In light of the clashes, the civil grand jury supported the commission’s push to look for outside representation to enforce its role.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
Definition of civil

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