non-violent
adjective/ˌnɒn ˈvaɪələnt/
/ˌnɑːn ˈvaɪələnt/
- using peaceful methods, not force, to bring about political or social change
- non-violent resistance
- a non-violent protest
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- not involving force, or injury to somebody
- non-violent crimes
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