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disciple

[dih-sahy-puhl] / dɪˈsaɪ pəl /


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The judge notes that Mr. Hegseth relies on “the well-established doctrine” that members of the military enjoy less rigorous First Amendment protection given the need for military order and disciple.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

He’s a disciple of 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, who is considered one of the top offensive schemers around.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

In the meantime, Third Coast has been touring “Murmurs” featuring a Hussain disciple, Salar Nader, as soloist.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

Bisola Hephzibah Johnson, another former disciple, told the BBC she persuaded Marten not to return to Scoan in 2013 to carry out secret filming for her documentary, saying it would be too dangerous.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2025

And there was Billy, the proud master, watching his gifted disciple from the car, unable to get out because of the pain in his leg and the arthritis.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger