military service
Example Sentences
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In an age when only a very small percentage of young people go into military service, Tony experiences something like boot camp, complete with a stern but wise mentor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
BTS’ comeback album “Arirang,” its first after the band members’ mandatory South Korean military service, was widely expected to compete for the award.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
Members of Trump's cabinet, South Carolina lawmakers and other guests also assembled for the ceremony, and to listen to tributes to Graham's military service and more than three decades in Congress after humble beginnings.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
He began with moves meant to make military service more attractive: fixed-term contracts for new recruits, with the option to defer further service, and better salaries, especially for the riskiest roles.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Whoever had prospects on the outside, and the energy to go, was leaving, relocating, or entering military service.
From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston
