as in corps
a military unit that is usually made of several large groups of soldiers (called battalions)
infantry/cavalry regiments
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Recent Examples of regiment
The regiment’s surviving soldiers reported hiding the banner, pennant and ribbons by wrapping them in tarps and burying them in the forest near Zielone 85 years ago.
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Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 7 May 2025
In December 2024 the battalion was expanded again into a full regiment, with a further tripling of the number of personnel.
—David Hambling, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The Princess of Wales is the Colonel of the Irish Guards, one of the seven regiments of the Household Division that participate in the Trooping the Colour tradition, and her decision to wear aqua was a show of support.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 16 June 2025
As Colonel-in-Chief of the Irish Guards, one of the seven regiments of the British Army’s Household Division that participate in the ceremony, her presence carried both ceremonial and symbolic weight.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2025
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Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 7 May 2025
In December 2024 the battalion was expanded again into a full regiment, with a further tripling of the number of personnel.
—David Hambling, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The Princess of Wales is the Colonel of the Irish Guards, one of the seven regiments of the Household Division that participate in the Trooping the Colour tradition, and her decision to wear aqua was a show of support.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 16 June 2025
As Colonel-in-Chief of the Irish Guards, one of the seven regiments of the British Army’s Household Division that participate in the ceremony, her presence carried both ceremonial and symbolic weight.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regiment
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For serious dancers, performing for the SFB, even as a corps member, is a high achievement, perhaps akin in sports to being on a Super Bowl-winning NFL team.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
7 July 2025
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There is one obvious hole — no Alex Pietrangelo — so the defense corps looks one impact guy short.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
5 July 2025
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To reach the sites, people must walk several miles through an Israeli military zone where troops control the road.—
WAFAA SHURAFA,
arkansasonline.com,
5 July 2025
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Hamas has been seeking guarantees that the initial truce would lead to a total end to the war and withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 July 2025
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Ultimately, the Democratic Party remains at a crossroads, caught between the growing influence of the far-left, and the more politically viable moderate wing.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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In place of sun-worshiping fans camped out on makeshift bleachers, parents lounged on cushioned seats as kids nestled beside them balancing chicken wings and pizzas on their laps.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Originally launched in 1989 as a handbag and wallet supplier, the company has grown to successfully launch everything from diaper bags to long-haul trunk suitcases—all with quality, durability, and functionality at the forefront.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
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Across industries, companies are feeling the squeeze from labor shortages, rising costs and nonstop pressure to boost efficiency.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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Five engines, two trucks, one squad, three ambulances, and three battalion chiefs assisted in fighting the fire.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Two battalion chiefs were killed, and one engineer was injured in the attack.—
Corina Vanek,
AZCentral.com,
3 July 2025
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“Regiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regiment. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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