nonviolence

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Definition of nonviolencenext
as in pacifism

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Recent Examples of nonviolence Organizers say over 1,700 people are committed to nonviolence. — Quinn Clark, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 There is a long history of emphasizing nonviolence and resilience, and for many American Jews, firearms have not been part of their lived experience. — Gayle Pearlstein, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026 Kimya, the founder of FAB, insists on nonviolence. — Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026 King's last words to him were about the need to institutionalize and internationalize the nonviolence movement. — CBS News, 6 Mar. 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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