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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Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen reaffirmed his country's political support for Ukraine, despite Austria's long-standing military neutrality.
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Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
Endorsing or opposing board candidates is outside the vendor role and is unethical – neutrality is required.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 13 June 2025
Dubai's transformation from a regional hub to a global wealth magnet exemplifies this trend, with its business-friendly regulations, zero personal taxation and strategic neutrality attracting capital inflows.
—Jeremy Savory, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
As part of a labor neutrality agreement Microsoft made with the CWA earlier that year, the tech giant agreed to voluntarily recognize the group if enough workers signaled their support for joining.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025
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Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
Endorsing or opposing board candidates is outside the vendor role and is unethical – neutrality is required.
—Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 13 June 2025
Dubai's transformation from a regional hub to a global wealth magnet exemplifies this trend, with its business-friendly regulations, zero personal taxation and strategic neutrality attracting capital inflows.
—Jeremy Savory, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
As part of a labor neutrality agreement Microsoft made with the CWA earlier that year, the tech giant agreed to voluntarily recognize the group if enough workers signaled their support for joining.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025
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“Neutrality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neutrality. Accessed 28 Jun. 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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