antimilitarism

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Definition of antimilitarismnext
as in antiaggression

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  1. anti-imperialism
  2. nonaggression
  3. pacifism
Noun
  • Venezuela’s socialist revolution was built on a number of principles – including anti-imperialism.
    — Tibisay Zea, Christian Science Monitor, 11 May 2026
  • Imperialism and democratic socialism One of Orwell’s earliest and most enduring political commitments was anti-imperialism – opposition to extending national power by means of colonialization or military force.
    — Mark Satta, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2025
Definition of anti-imperialism
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  • The treaty established peace and an alliance between the two kingdoms, with provisions involving nonaggression, mutual assistance and the return of people who fled from one territory to the other.
    — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Mediators are also discussing nonaggression pacts, non-state armed groups and nuclear issues with Iran, according to Qatar.
    — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Definition of nonaggression
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  • Japan, a country constitutionally bound to pacifism since World War II, is investing in its defense and contributing to regional security in ways that were previously unthinkable.
    — David Sacks, Foreign Affairs, 28 Sep. 2026
  • With pacifism enshrined in its post-war constitution and culture, Japan has for decades had to rely on co-operation with US military intelligence support.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 16 July 2026
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