civil war
noun
a war between political factions or regions within the same country.
civil wars
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pluralof civil war.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Firstly, it is important to note that two countries previously wracked by ruinous civil wars – Iraq and Syria – are now largely peaceful and stable, at least compared to where they were.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
"Long before the civil wars, men and boys were expected to doff their hats, indoors or out, whenever they met a superior," he says.
From Science Daily ● May 7, 2026
It also precipitated devastating civil wars in Syria, Yemen, and Libya, which triggered large-scale migration from the region to Europe.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
Despite being one of the poorest countries in the world, Malawi has been a relative beacon of stability in a region that’s seen numerous civil wars and unrest in recent decades.
From Salon ● May 29, 2025
“That Colonel Aureliano Buendía fought thirty-two civil wars and lost them all,” Aureliano answered.
From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
