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nonviolence

/ˌnɒnvioʊˈlɛns/ noun · British & US
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What does nonviolence mean?

noun

The avoidance of violence, especially in the pursuit of social or political goals; a policy of non-violent resistance.

Example

"The civil rights movement was a prime example of nonviolence in action."

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