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battalion

[buh-tal-yuhn] / bəˈtæl yən /


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Now they’re rising again, a battalion of restored and replica specimens, beloved by road-trippers, kitsch aficionados, artists, preservationists and savvy entrepreneurs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

He heard the battalion commander checking in with the groups, asking how they were faring.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Plus a battalion of new signings who were supposed to bring energy and momentum to the second half of the season.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

The sight of the full battalion brings grins to every passerby.

From Salon • Feb. 5, 2026

The cook had prepared enough to feed a battalion: pheasant stuffed with figs, stewed oysters, potted larks, greens cooked with bacon, pickled watermelon rind, and buttered parsnips.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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