military service

noun

: time spent serving in the army, navy, air force, etc.

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In response to concerns about his qualifications, Hegseth highlighted his military service, his leadership in the National Guard, and his work at veterans’ organizations, while also stressing his role as a critic of the military establishment and advocate for reform. —

Nik Popli, TIME, 14 Jan. 2025 The inaugural balls include a Commander in Chief Ball focused on military service members, a Liberty Inaugural Ball geared toward Trump supporters, and the Starlight Ball, focused on high-dollar donors. —

Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025 Throughout his military service, Hegseth received two Bronze Stars and the Combat Infantryman Badge. —

Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025 After returning to Alabama following his military service, Blanding began working at Longview Nursery in 1950. —

Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for military service

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