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combat

[kuhm-bat, kom-bat, kuhm-, kom-bat, kuhm-] / kəmˈbæt, ˈkɒm bæt, ˈkʌm-, ˈkɒm bæt, ˈkʌm- /




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The Future Combat Air System was intended to be the three countries’ answer to the most recent U.S.,

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Combat veteran Gerald Eddie Brown was grounded in the U.S.—and looking for a chance to fly again.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Last September, the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia, Aftab Malik, released a report on the issue, calling for urgent action.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

He’s a decorated service member who earned the Bronze Star and Combat Action Badge.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

He strolls away lazily, saluting the Combat Centurion as he passes.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir




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