Silver Star

noun

: a U.S. military decoration awarded for gallantry in action

called also Silver Star Medal

Examples of Silver Star in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web July 13, West Oaks branch of the Orange County Library System, 1821 E. Silver Star Road, Ocoee, free, ocextension.eventbrite.com, 407-254-9200. —

Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2024 Maus led an infantry unit onto Omaha Beach and was awarded a Silver Star for bravery. —

Steve Bowersox, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2024 The Silver Star and Purple Heart recipient died in Afghanistan from friendly fire in 2004. —

Glamour, 1 July 2024 The Airmen earned praise for their skill and bravery in combat during World War II, with members being awarded three Distinguished Unit Citations, 96 Distinguished Flying Crosses, 14 Bronze Stars, 60 Purple Hearts, and at least one Silver Star. 2nd Lt. Frank Moody's official military portrait. —

Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 19 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for Silver Star

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