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military

[mil-i-ter-ee] / ˈmɪl ɪˌtɛr i /


NOUN
armed force
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
noncombatants


Example Sentences

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“Both domestic and foreign investors have shifted their attention from the risks of military escalation in the Middle East back to the remarkably consistent resilience of the U.S. economy,” he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

On 16 March, the IDF said its troops had begun a ground operation against Hezbollah - a Shia Muslim political and military group - in south Lebanon.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Broadberry’s research into blockades shows successful ones continued for an extended period because they take time to have an impact and were accompanied by other pressure, like military force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

On Thursday, the pope released a statement against military leaders who conflate war with divinity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Many of the men went shirtless in the hot sun, their military pants chopped into cutoffs.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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