armed forces

Example Sentences

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It is understood there are plans for the armed forces to use these powers, in what is being described inside government as a ramping up of action against the ships.

From BBC

The army officer, who has worked in various roles in the armed forces since 2001, earlier thanked the "overwhelming" generosity of strangers who had donated towards his recovery.

From BBC

He added: "It paves the way for the legal framework under which British, French and partner forces could operate on Ukrainian soil, securing Ukraine's skies and seas, and regenerating Ukraine's armed forces for the future."

From BBC

The prime minister said the move would be consistent with "recent practice" on the use of UK armed forces.

From BBC

The integrity of the armed forces has been shattered.

From The Wall Street Journal