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Examples of basic training in a Sentence
Our son is in basic training.
Recent Examples on the Web
Of these, 95% go on to finish basic training and become soldiers, according to the Pentagon.
—Alfredo Sosa, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Sep. 2024
In fact, Kaepernick’s estimate was too generous: basic training can take as little as 21 weeks.
—Laurence Ralph, Foreign Affairs, 30 July 2020
The hands-on class will provide students the opportunity to teach dogs basic training skills.
—Jenelyn Russo, Orange County Register, 30 July 2024
Tens of thousands of Ukrainians are answering the draft notices and are now undergoing basic training and should begin refilling the ranks this summer.
—Patrick Reevell, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1914, in the meaning defined above
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“Basic training.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/basic%20training. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
basic training
noun
: the first part of training for a military recruit
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