military service

Example Sentences

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A retired military service guy was on my mailing list.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Advisers are agnostic on whether students choose college, military service, employment or trade school.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Critics of conscription argued that forcing individuals into military service under threat of imprisonment was a clear example of involuntary servitude.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Many K-pop boy bands have faced career downturns after completing mandatory military service, in a fiercely competitive industry where momentum is hard to regain.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Jim’s devotion to the military service made it easy for him to understand Katherine’s strong commitment to her work at Langley.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly