drill sergeant

Example Sentences

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“I’m like a drill sergeant, to say the least,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

He would often relate the story of how he was spotted by a former drill sergeant outside a New York hotel while he was working as a doorman.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2025

Marine Corps drill sergeant who owns a chain of restaurants, had about $1.3 million on hand as of February 2024.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 12, 2024

Equal parts cheerleader and drill sergeant, Bonnie understands the rush that achieving against the odds provides and watching her convince others to help her and Diana accomplish the impossible is inspiring.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2024

Mrs. Atanabi turned out to be quite the little drill sergeant!

From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio