professional soldier
Example Sentences
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In a tribute, his commanding officer Lt Col Jack Crossley described Sapper Morrison as a "professional soldier with much promise" who was a "loyal friend".
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2024
The man said he declined the offer because he was not a professional soldier and had never fired a shot since completing his service.
From Reuters • Jul. 8, 2022
Byun voluntarily joined as a non-commissioned officer to become a professional soldier.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 22, 2021
Jackson’s grandfather was a professional soldier in the British Army before the war began, and served in the conflict for its duration.
From New York Times • Dec. 16, 2018
In 1647 Barreto de Menezes, an able professional soldier, arrived in Brazil bearing a secret commission from the Portuguese king.
From The South American Republics Part I of II by Dawson, Thomas C.
