desertion
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One of his first initiatives is an audit of battlefield losses -- ranking commanders based on casualty levels, in an attempt to address high levels of desertion among rank-and-file troops and the unpopularity of mobilisation.
From Barron's ● Mar. 12, 2026
The charges included voluntary surrender, attempting to voluntarily surrender and desertion from a military unit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 22, 2025
After almost four years of war, many soldiers are exhausted and desertion rates are rising.
From BBC ● Dec. 14, 2025
This clueless performance will lead to a completely empty Rose Bowl and eventual desertion of NIL sponsors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2025
Cluny might also take a lenient view of his desertion if he could distinguish himself during the battle.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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