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
  • Shares in Newsmax, the cable TV news outlet known for its sympathetic coverage of Donald Trump, soared more than 700% on their first day of trading.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Since June, a group of American and Israeli-born Jews have been meeting every few weeks in New York for a salon-style series of talks that include the perspectives of Palestinians, and of Jews sympathetic to their cause.
    Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Furthermore, a focused approach to marketing Elgin as a hospitable destination for investment could yield substantial long-term benefits.
    Courier-News, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Planting a pollinator garden with milkweed (the only plant the butterflies will lay eggs on) and nectar-producing plants (for eating) can provide a hospitable habitat for migrating monarchs.
    Jessica Boehm, Axios, 20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Kim’s legal team has filed criminal complaints against Kim Sae-ron’s family and the YouTube channel, along with a civil lawsuit seeking damages of KRW12 billion (approximately $8.1 million).
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Philippines: Due to crime, terrorism, and civil unrest—particularly in the southern region of Mindanao.
    Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The International Skating Union chose the theme this season of social dances and styles of the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s.
    Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
  • By carefully evaluating the competitive landscape, regulatory environment, and ethical considerations, investors can make informed decisions that align with both their financial goals and social values.
    Cicely Jones, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Onstage, Wood is unhurried, an amiable man who, despite being 46, has the countenance of a churchgoing grandfather who still starches his Sunday suit.
    Ismail Muhammad, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Jerry Eisenberg, the amiable animator known for his contributions to The Jetsons, The Peter Potamus Show, Wacky Races, Fangface, Spider-Man cartoons, Scooby-Doo movies and so much more, has died.
    Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Baseball’s celebration of that day often obscures the fact that MLB hasn’t been African American friendly in decades.
    Terence Moore, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Vermont's politics and demographics are also more friendly to Sanders' views than other battleground districts in the Trump era.
    Stephen Fowler, NPR, 22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Carney’s amicable reception in Europe comes while Canada’s relations with the United States are at a nadir in modern times – pushing Canada to think about reshaping its alliances.
    Christian Edwards, CNN, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Ultimately though, Vanessa Trump and her ex-husband have maintained an amicable, co-parenting relationship.
    Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The keyboard itself is pleasant enough to type on, with moderate feedback while avoiding the squishy feel some budget systems have.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
  • From the point of view of Paul, Weiss, having to strike this arrangement wasn’t pleasant, but the price was tolerable.
    Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2025

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“Nonhostile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonhostile. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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