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nonaggression

American  
[non-uh-gresh-uhn] / ˌnɒn əˈgrɛʃ ən /

noun

  1. abstention from aggression, especially by a nation.


adjective

  1. of or relating to abstention from aggression.

    a nonaggression pact.

nonaggression British  
/ ˌnɒnəˈɡrɛʃən /

noun

    1. restraint of aggression, esp between states

    2. ( as modifier )

      a nonaggression pact

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of nonaggression

First recorded in 1900–05; non- + aggression

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Qatar and Oman have sought ways to revive the negotiations, including some form of nonaggression pact, but people familiar with the discussions say the efforts haven’t gained traction.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 29, 2026

He will precede Beethoven’s Ninth with Bernstein’s “Chichester Psalms” at the Bowl on Tuesday, optimistic works with calls for brotherhood, community and nonaggression coincidentally coming directly after a presidential debate.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 10, 2024

Caesar preached a gospel of peacefulness, loyalty, generosity, nonaggression and care for the earth; unlike the humans, they intend to live in harmony.

From New York Times May 8, 2024

MANILA, Philippines — Chinese and Southeast Asian diplomats renewed a vow to finalize a nonaggression pact for the South China Sea in three years, two regional diplomats said Thursday.

From Washington Times Nov. 3, 2023

Pax shrank back, but Gray advanced calmly, his body lowered enough to declare nonaggression.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker

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