combatant
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In his most draconian move yet, the Pentagon polygraphed some 50 high-ranking military officers and civilian officials on the Joint Staff, which coordinates operations, policy and war plans with combatant commanders worldwide.
From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026
"We have executed multiple successful operations across combatant commands while ensuring the US military possesses a deep arsenal of capabilities to protect our people and our interests," he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
"We can't know which combatant came out on top of that fight, but the healing tells us that, winner or loser, this animal survived the encounter."
From Science Daily ● Jun. 13, 2026
One combatant contacted BBC Your Voice hoping to draw attention to this colossal war that offers a glimpse into EVE Online's immersive digital world.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
In a blink, one combatant was unhorsed, the other reeling.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
Vocabulary lists containing combatant
World War I
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