barracks

Example Sentences

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L/Cpl Ryan Rudd, 28, was last seen in the early hours of 15 February on a night out at the New Inn in Selby and did not return to his barracks at Catterick Garrison.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Besides the chapel, they are a trolley station, a wing of barracks and the superintendent’s and governor’s residences.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

I spoke to sources who have worked in a defense capacity, and they said most likely this was human error—that it’s right next to a barracks and it could have been an error in combat.

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026

If they are eligible for conscription, and do not have an exemption from service, they can be driven off to the barracks on the spot.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

“The truck will take you to your barracks next, and then you have fifteen minutes to unpack your things before meeting back here to learn of your new assignment.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse