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commissioned officer

NOUN
appointed military officer
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Nikki Haley’s husband, a commissioned officer in the U.S.

From New York Times ● Jan. 11, 2024

To close the gap, the study said the administration should appoint Black Americans to open commissioned officer positions.

From Washington Post ● Sep. 12, 2022

It remains unclear how much staffing will be in the new division and if it will be led by a commissioned officer or other staff.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 8, 2022

Scheller faced charges that include displaying contempt toward officials; disrespecting superior commissioned officers; willfully disobeying a superior commissioned officer; dereliction of duties; failure to obey an order; and displaying conduct unbecoming an officer.

From Washington Times ● Oct. 13, 2021

“And when I come to you, a commissioned officer of the law,” Jason said.

From "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner


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