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1. (noun) collateral damage
(euphemism) inadvertent casualties and destruction inflicted on civilians in the course of military operations

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Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms

1. collateral damage
Unintentional or incidental injury or damage to persons or objects that would not be lawful military targets in the circumstances ruling at the time. Such damage is not unlawful so long as it is not excessive in light of the overall military advantage anticipated from the attack.

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