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pentagon

[pen-tuh-gon, -guhn] / ˈpɛn təˌgɒn, -gən /


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The Elon Musk-led company has combined its ability to pump out satellites and quickly launch rockets with savvy maneuvering of the Pentagon to secure high-value deals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

During a January visit to the company’s Starbase facility in Texas, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon had suffered from a history of slow committees and “endless projects.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A Defense Department spokesperson said the Pentagon took the list down to review it for updates, and published a new list after making changes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

I can think of one case where a senior civilian in the Pentagon manipulated the promotion process to make sure that certain colonels were lifted to the rank of general.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

With his deep, decisive voice, slicked-back hair, and round rimless glasses, McNamara strode the halls of the Pentagon exuding confidence.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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