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military

[mil-i-ter-ee] / ˈmɪl ɪˌtɛr i /


NOUN
armed force
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STRONGEST
noncombatants


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LeMay, predictably, was “solidly opposed” to the treaty, arguing it would impede military readiness and constrain America’s nuclear capability.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

The use of military force requires bold and courageous decision-making.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Amid the double despair of soaring joblessness and inflation, the 2025 U.S. military saw the biggest enlistee surge in 13 years, exceeding their recruitment goals by 10%.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

U.S. military commanders did what they generally do before launching an air and naval campaign—they drew up a list of targets and ordered which weapons would hit which targets when.

From Slate • Apr. 8, 2026

Privately, he seethed at what he saw as lousy advice from the CIA and military leaders.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin