neutrality
noun
neu·tral·i·ty
nü-ˈtra-lə-tē 
nyü-
: the quality or state of being neutral
especially
: refusal to take part in a war between other powers
The country adopted an official policy of neutrality.
Examples of neutrality in a Sentence
The country adopted an official policy of neutrality.
The newspaper is known for its political neutrality.
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The Texas Republican Party agreed to maintain neutrality in the race.
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Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2025
For professionals overseeing retirement plans or advising clients, consider including investment options that emphasize neutrality or long-term CSR practices rather than activism.
—Shane Enete, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Despite promises to plant hundreds more, some neighbors are peeved, citing higher temperatures and carbon neutrality.
—Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2025
That would run counter to declaring institutional neutrality, which more than 140 higher educational institutions have adopted.
—Annmarie Caño, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2025
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Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2025
For professionals overseeing retirement plans or advising clients, consider including investment options that emphasize neutrality or long-term CSR practices rather than activism.
—Shane Enete, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Despite promises to plant hundreds more, some neighbors are peeved, citing higher temperatures and carbon neutrality.
—Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2025
That would run counter to declaring institutional neutrality, which more than 140 higher educational institutions have adopted.
—Annmarie Caño, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Neutrality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neutrality. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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neutrality
noun
neu·tral·i·ty
n(y)ü-ˈtral-ət-ē
: the quality or state of being neutral especially in time of war
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