nonhostile

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Recent Examples of nonhostile But in this case, what lies behind the first door is not a dark and dreary cave but a vast field of blowing grass, visible far-off castles, unexplored ruins, hostile and nonhostile characters of all sorts, and several glowing trees planted at key locations on the map. Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2022 And while cobras are shy, nonhostile creatures, would-be combatants would do well to bookmark our tips on how to survive a cobra bite. Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 4 Nov. 2022 Namely, to be all things to all missions, from down-and-dirty close air support to ground troops to routine patrols in nonhostile regions. Jamie McIntyre, Washington Examiner, 18 Mar. 2021 Experts say bosses should remind workers about anti-harassment and social media policies, since worker behavior could run afoul of an employer’s obligation to maintain a safe and nonhostile work environment. Kaite Surma, chicagotribune.com, 4 Nov. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonhostile
Adjective
  • As the only one with a sense of humor and a semblance of perspective, Jeff is the most sympathetic of this toxic crew.
    Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025
  • The Trump administration has framed support for Palestinians — which Khalil’s grandparents were — as antisemitic and sympathetic to Hamas, a U.S.-designated terrorist organization.
    Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
Adjective
  • Inside, the floor plan proved more than hospitable.
    Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
  • An installation at a Danish university campus employed these bricks to form wiggly pathways hospitable to marine life, which induce campus-goers to move in an undulating path and perhaps to think more like fish, said Christiansen in a video interview before the conference.
    Laura Rysman, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Adjective
  • The suit was filed under Idaho Code 6-202, which addresses civil trespassing.
    Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 30 May 2025
  • Potential Witnesses Harve Pierre Former president of Bad Boy Records Harve Pierre has been named in lawsuits alongside Diddy, including at least three civil lawsuits, including the one filed by Dawn Richard.
    Janeé Bolden, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025
Adjective
  • The vehicle struck a man, throwing him into the air, then plowed through a larger group of people before coming to a stop, video on social media shows.
    Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 27 May 2025
  • Walking with others is a healthy social activity that helps combat loneliness and stimulate the brain.8 Doing the 6-6-6 walking challenge with a friend can keep you accountable and motivated to continue.
    Emily Brown, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
Adjective
  • The performances were too amiable and not particularly satirical (much like the real-life Harris’s own appearance on the show).
    Dave Itzkoff, New York Times, 19 May 2025
  • There's a little sprinkled throughout, but these all-stars are by and large gracious and amiable.
    Randall Colburn, EW.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • During public remarks in 2022, Justice Elena Kagan – one of the court’s three liberal justices − spoke out against sweeping injunctions and the ability of challengers to find one friendly judge to issue such an order.
    Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 12 May 2025
  • Hussain has a friendly, reassuring presence, making the already-simple recipes even less intimidating.
    Katie Rife, EW.com, 11 May 2025
Adjective
  • But my dad was always very friendly and amicable and he was regarded as a trusted face in the football community.
    Paul Taylor, New York Times, 20 May 2025
  • Despite the breakup, things remained amicable between them.
    Alex Gurley, People.com, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • Make sure to learn about Filipino values, avoid superiority, and be a pleasant neighbor in this country that is welcoming you.
    Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
  • View 7 Images The Tiffin GH1 all-terrain camper van was one of the most pleasant RV surprises of 2024.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 May 2025

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“Nonhostile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonhostile. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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