enlisted

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The idea behind the mural was to brighten up the village of around 1,500 people, so artist Steve Jenkins was enlisted.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

My personal favorite is the “Military Salute” challenge, with the enlisted competitors hailing from the US Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Army.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026

But from lived experience, we know it’s very large, and I know personally that it’s especially large in the enlisted ranks of our armed forces.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2026

Then Miller enlisted investment help from his friend, railroad magnate Henry Huntington, transformed the boarding house into a hotel and renamed it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

She also agreed to be interviewed, and she enlisted the help of her children.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield