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battalion

[buh-tal-yuhn] / bəˈtæl yən /


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County Fire battalion chief reported a structure on fire at the same intersection, according to last week’s county report.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

A battalion typically operates four batteries, each carrying as many as 128 interceptors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

He commands its UGV battalion - the world's first, he says.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

The attack prompted Tinubu to order the deployment of a battalion in the remote village.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

When Brother Jacques used the word a sixth time and a weary battalion of students struggled to their feet to perform their task, Obie saw a small smile play on the lips of the teacher.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier




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