nonlethal

/ nɒnˈliːθəl /

adjective

1. not resulting in or capable of causing death

Example Sentences

In 2013, the legislature passed a law requiring authorities to use nonlethal measures to handle mountain lions except in instances where they pose an imminent threat to humans.

From Los Angeles Times

The remaining 10 percent would go to reconstruction and nonlethal purchases, to satisfy countries like Ireland, Austria, Cyprus and Malta, which are militarily neutral.

From New York Times

Such force is permissible only when “necessary,” when a life is in imminent danger and nonlethal methods are not available, the law states.

From Los Angeles Times

Police officers moved into the campus Wednesday evening armed with nonlethal projectile launchers and ripped down the makeshift barriers and encampments.

From Los Angeles Times

In the cases of both Cricket and Commander, there were plenty of reasonable, nonlethal approaches available.

From New York Times