dishonorable
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Instead, because of a painful instance of history repeating itself, the mission concludes with his dishonorable discharge.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
Earlier this week he said, “very friendly negotiations” were under way, before accusing Iranian diplomats of being dishonorable.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026
The punishment can include confinement in the brig, forfeiture of pay or dishonorable discharge and it is largely based on how long they were away and whether they were apprehended or returned on their own.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 19, 2023
Retired U.S. officers told the Times of their surprise that a soldier planned and took such a life-changing action to avoid a punishment unlikely to be sterner than dishonorable discharge.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 19, 2023
Write about the moment of your most dishonorable intentions in the form of a fortune cookie.
From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby
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