nonaggression
noun
abstention from aggression, especially by a nation.
nonaggressive
-
a word derived from
nonaggression.
Example Sentences
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Though he never spoke out publicly, Sewald was undeniably frustrated by the Mariners’ nonaggressive winter.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 30, 2023
The nonaggressive Germany of today, which hosts more than a million refugees, seemed unimaginable at the time.
From New York Times ● Jan. 9, 2022
Use nonaggressive language to address the positions of readers who do not support your stance.
From Textbooks ● Dec. 21, 2021
If you find yourself getting angry when stressed, try intentionally changing your posture to a nonaggressive one, relaxing your expression into a smile and speaking very softly.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 7, 2021
One nonaggressive word choice of Sontag’s I really like: “zany.”
From Slate ● May 14, 2019
