sergeant
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If asked to picture Janet Jackson, one of three images likely comes to mind: “Rhythm Nation 1814” Janet, a revolutionary in a black uniform and cap, cutting the air with drill sergeant precision.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026
Matt served multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan as an infantry squad leader and gunnery sergeant in the Marine Corps.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
Dos Santos, who speaks four languages, is a bit of a mix of LAFC’s first two managers — not nearly as strict as Bradley, the drill sergeant, yet not quite as relaxed as Cherundolo.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
"People's feet were swollen from all the walking they had done," recalled Batangouna, who served as a sergeant at the time.
From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026
“Will it? Then will you set about it at once, blacksmith?” said the off-hand sergeant, “as it’s on his Majesty’s service. And if my men can bear a hand anywhere, they’ll make themselves useful.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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