soldierly

Example Sentences

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Mr. Stephens does a superb job of following these complex campaigns, giving full scope to Marcus’ soldierly side.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

While Akhundzada hailed from the large and powerful Noorzai tribe, his stock within the regime was seen as more scholarly than soldierly, unlike previous leaders.

From Reuters • Sep. 7, 2021

The party is organized with a soldierly hierarchy in which the commanding officer is Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi.

From New York Times • Nov. 14, 2020

“Carrying 140 pounds of extra weight in the field will do that to you,” he responds in a wooden, soldierly way, which serves as a thin veneer of modesty.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2019

He spoke so soldierly her own speech halted on her tongue.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer