military service

noun

: time spent serving in the army, navy, air force, etc.

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While most graduates move on to college, including many of the most selective schools in the country, what stands out most is how well these students are prepared for life, whether through higher education, internships, policy fellowships, military service or direct entry into the workforce. Thomas Bostick, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025 All the members of BTS have now completed their mandatory military service as the superstar group prepare to release their first-ever live album, Permission to Dance On Stage — Live on July 18. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 3 July 2025 Under Danish law, all physically fit men over age 18 are called up for military service. James Brooks, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025 The national anthem will kick off the celebration along with a presentation of the colors by members of the Boynton Beach Police and Fire Rescue Honor Guard units and appearances from U.S. military service members. Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for military service

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“Military service.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/military%20service. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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