desertion
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But it has been rocked by several scandals, including hundreds of reports of desertion.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
The charges included voluntary surrender, attempting to voluntarily surrender and desertion from a military unit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 22, 2025
After almost four years of war, many soldiers are exhausted and desertion rates are rising.
From BBC ● Dec. 14, 2025
This clueless performance will lead to a completely empty Rose Bowl and eventual desertion of NIL sponsors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2025
"I know the penalty for desertion, my lord. I'm not afraid to die."
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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