military service

Example Sentences

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The band took a break in 2022 for the members' mandatory military service.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

He was pulled out of his home last year and drafted for military service, according to Katia Guerra, who sends the family money from Miami.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The legislation would apply only to veterans who became disabled as a result of their military service.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The group returned to the world spotlight in March after an almost four-year pause so its members could carry out their obligatory military service.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

After graduation, John enrolled in college, which deferred his military service.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge