basic training
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“In the past, companies relied on entry-level newcomers to complete basic training tasks,” the report said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
However, the government rewards Asian Games champions and Olympic medal-winners of any colour with a service exemption bar basic training, which lasts less than a month.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026
Despite having been in basic training only eight months, he knew what that meant, and dove for the floor.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
Olsen: I don’t know if I’d pass basic training.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
There were two soldier boys in green uniforms who didn’t look any older than Uncle Darnell—high school cap and gown one day, army boots and basic training four days later.
From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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