as in rifleman
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Recent Examples of mortarman
Freeman was a mortarman, dropping onto the French shore in 1944 with an 18-pound mortar baseplate on his chest, according to Columbus Air Force Base, which honored his service last year.
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Doha Madani, NBC News, 5 July 2022
During a simulated battle scenario, the mortarmen were to drive Humvees into a valley and fire mortars at a distant target, to be designated by a white-phosphorus explosion.
—Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2019
When the wind calmed, the mortarmen tried again, hitting the flag on their fourth try.
—Michael M. Phillips, WSJ, 10 Dec. 2017
Machine gunners, mortarmen, and other soldiers that carry heavy equipment on the battlefield could soon get a little help from FORTIS.
—Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 18 May 2017
Hansen B. Kirkpatrick, a mortarman with the 1st Armored Division’s 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, was killed by indirect fire while outside his base on a partnered operation with Afghan troops, said Navy Capt.
—Dan Lamothe, Washington Post, 5 July 2017
Several kilometers away, the mortarmen spring into action, packing ARP shells with rifle bullets.
—Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 9 Mar. 2017
Doha Madani, NBC News, 5 July 2022
During a simulated battle scenario, the mortarmen were to drive Humvees into a valley and fire mortars at a distant target, to be designated by a white-phosphorus explosion.
—Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2019
When the wind calmed, the mortarmen tried again, hitting the flag on their fourth try.
—Michael M. Phillips, WSJ, 10 Dec. 2017
Machine gunners, mortarmen, and other soldiers that carry heavy equipment on the battlefield could soon get a little help from FORTIS.
—Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 18 May 2017
Hansen B. Kirkpatrick, a mortarman with the 1st Armored Division’s 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, was killed by indirect fire while outside his base on a partnered operation with Afghan troops, said Navy Capt.
—Dan Lamothe, Washington Post, 5 July 2017
Several kilometers away, the mortarmen spring into action, packing ARP shells with rifle bullets.
—Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 9 Mar. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mortarman
Noun
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All districts were open to riflemen and bowmen alike.—
Ray Alt,
Outdoor Life,
27 Mar. 2025
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Shortly after, a procession of riflemen and a statue of the Virgin Mary are paraded from San Geronimo de Taos church in front of more than 1,000 onlookers.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Hessler served in the U.S. Army as a field artilleryman for six years, retiring as a staff sergeant before serving two years as a patrol officer for the Baltimore City Police, followed by a lateral transfer to Carroll in March of 2021.—
Thomas Goodwin Smith,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Nov. 2024
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During the 1930s and '40s, what was left of Indianola was turned into a major training base for thousands of artillerymen.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American-Statesman,
19 Mar. 2024
Noun
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Crew can be assigned to the deck or boarding teams, with multiple slots for cannoneers, gunners, and boarders.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
20 Feb. 2025
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Artillery is a delicate skill, with cannoneers assessing topography, air pressure and even the weather at the top of the round’s parabolic arc before taking a shot.—
Anastacia Galouchka,
Washington Post,
12 Mar. 2023
Noun
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He has been honored as a war hero after stepping on a landmine in Afghanistan while carrying another marine, WTAE reported.—
Kate Linderman,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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The marine's toddler was sitting on Wilson's lap, playing with the medals on his dress uniform, including a Purple Heart.—
Wendy Grossman Kantor,
People.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Horn could also challenge some of the incumbent talent for a gunner spot on punt coverage as well.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2025
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His ability as a punt gunner and run defender helps his projection to become a featured piece of their special teams units during his rookie deal.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Loan rangers could go private President Donald Trump wants to show Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac the door.—
Quartz Staff,
Quartz,
29 May 2025
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Friendly volunteer rangers answered questions as hikers unloaded from shuttles and headed up the trail at Bear Lake.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
24 May 2025
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“Mortarman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mortarman. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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