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field marshal

NOUN
highest-ranking army officer
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But at least for now, it looks as if the cunning field marshal has decisively outplayed the flamboyant former cricketer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

But Aqil Shah, author and professor at Georgetown University, said the conflict "was dominated by air combat, not land-based operations" which are typically associated with field marshal honours.

From Barron's • Nov. 14, 2025

His field marshal title and uniform are for life and he will be given "responsibilities and duties" even after retirement determined by the president with the advice of the prime minister.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

Melissah Shishido, 60, a friend and fifth-grade teacher, emerged as field marshal for the operation.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2023

“This is not peace,” declared French field marshal Ferdinand Foch.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman



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