nonviolence

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Definition of nonviolencenext
as in pacifism

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Recent Examples of nonviolence Jeb has always been fascinated by the heroic deeds of gunslingers, despite the Quaker teachings of nonviolence. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 21 July 2026 For a time, their actions inspired many climate and environmental activists who were disillusioned with nonviolence. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 15 June 2026 Hamer was a student of nonviolence—and not just for protesters in Mississippi. — Ta-Nehisi Coates, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026 Soka Gakkai members gather to study Buddhist principles, like practicing nonviolence and taking social action, and their practice consists of prayers, chanting and self-reflection in nature to achieve spiritual growth. — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for nonviolence
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  1. pacifism
  2. pacificism
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  • With pacifism enshrined in its post-war constitution and culture, Japan has for decades had to rely on co-operation with US military intelligence support.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 16 July 2026
  • The postwar disarmament of Germany, the manifesto argues, was an overcorrection that contributed to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, similarly Japan’s commitment to pacifism has outlived its purpose.
    — Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 22 Apr. 2026
Definition of pacifism
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  • Holding fast to pacificism could contribute to a massacre.
    — Carol Quillen, Time, 21 Feb. 2026
Definition of pacificism

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“Nonviolence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonviolence. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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