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
So, Brown was left with no choice but to fulfill her civic duty, and take Parker with her to court.
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Melissa Willets, Parents, 27 Jan. 2025
The injustice galvanized Japanese Americans to vote and undertake civic participation — while also splitting them politically.
—Jane Hong / Made By History, TIME, 24 Jan. 2025
His research spans topics such as civic media, online community governance, and the use of technology to drive social change.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
On a national level, enshrining community as a civic value and way of life must serve as a local bulwark against natural disaster and larger political forces.
—Rachel Kraus, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
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Melissa Willets, Parents, 27 Jan. 2025
The injustice galvanized Japanese Americans to vote and undertake civic participation — while also splitting them politically.
—Jane Hong / Made By History, TIME, 24 Jan. 2025
His research spans topics such as civic media, online community governance, and the use of technology to drive social change.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
On a national level, enshrining community as a civic value and way of life must serve as a local bulwark against natural disaster and larger political forces.
—Rachel Kraus, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for civic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for civic
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Their 2025 regional semifinal birth is their furthest run since the 2019 season.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2025
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The situation highlights the fragility of regional security and the risks of a broader conflict.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Sixty percent favored deporting migrants who are in the country illegally, and 59% backed his decision declaring a national emergency because of migrant crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border.—
Michael Collins,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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That is, of course, an appropriate remark, particularly for a governor with national ambitions.—
Megan Crepeau,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
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Homeowners' associations may also have rules to consider beyond municipal regulations.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Shelby Park, a municipal park along the border in Eagle Pass that had been a top crossing spot and ground zero for conflicts over immigration enforcement between the Biden administration and Gov. Greg Abbott, has seen few if any migrants try to cross on most days.—
Jack Healy,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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By mid-January, Drake's attorneys dropped those motions and filed a federal lawsuit in the Southern District of New York against UMG, according to court documents obtained by USA TODAY.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA TODAY,
10 Feb. 2025
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Without their clearance, the officials will not be allowed to access classified information or enter federal facilities.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
9 Feb. 2025
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Passersby would be able to see the green laser, which is safe to look at, but local police said direct eye contact should be avoided.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA TODAY,
10 Feb. 2025
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Philip Martin,
arkansasonline.com,
9 Feb. 2025
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The dollar amount of any fine for civil contempt should be set at an amount likely to compel compliance.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Carpenter in civil court under similar circumstances.—
Geoff Mulvihill,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Civic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/civic. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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