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esprit de corps

[e-spree duh kawr] / ɛˈspri də ˈkɔr /


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The president told NBC News it would be an exercise in generating some "esprit de corps" - suggesting that he saw an opportunity to galvanise his troops.

From BBC Sep. 30, 2025

“I think there’s certainly an esprit de corps, a unity, a camaraderie that comes from going through an experience like this,” Lee said.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 25, 2025

The drill teams are intended to be the face of each military branch, serving as ambassadors and demonstrating skill, discipline and esprit de corps for the public.

From Washington Post Oct. 20, 2022

Several longtime Gay Days attendees shared a similar wistfulness for Gay Days gone by, adding that the us-against-the-world esprit de corps that was such an important part of the event has waned.

From New York Times Jun. 10, 2022

Momma, you would not believe the camaraderie and esprit de corps in these hallowed halls.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland




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