cadet

After rising through the cadet ranks, Smith studied military protective services at college and dedicated himself to reaching the fitness standards required for service.

From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026

During a recent Coast Guard graduation, Trump invited onto stage "the only cadet who earned a perfect score on every single fitness test."

From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026

He also invited a cadet onstage to highlight physical fitness achievements, underscoring a recurring emphasis on bodily standards as a marker of military excellence.

From Salon ● May 24, 2026

One West Point cadet expressed this viewpoint in his jubilee speech, asking the audience: “What fifty years have ever witnessed greater improvements in science, literature, and politics?”

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026

"Are you okay?" the cadet called over as I hopped to my feet.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos

While the speech began in standard ceremonial form, it repeatedly shifted into unscripted commentary about the cadets themselves, including their physical appearance and fitness.

From Salon ● May 24, 2026

Parade organizers, citing security threats, have also dramatically downgraded the event, eliminating the display of armored vehicles and the march by military cadets.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026

My father and mother had relocated there in a British youth program as volunteer police cadets in their early 20s.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 21, 2026

The US Military Academy at West Point posted photos on Wednesday of George meeting with troops, saying he "shared experience-driven guidance with cadets preparing to lead".

From BBC ● Apr. 2, 2026

Elliot’s face twitched, but he nodded and turned to me, his hand extended for the customary handshake exchanged between cadets.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin