: the initial period of training of a military recruit
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Our son is in basic training.
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Following two years of basic training, the new candidates will be eligible for mission assignments in low-Earth orbit and on the Moon, as NASA's Artemis program works toward sending the first humans to Mars.—Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2025 Many teams receive basic training on the CRM but little to no instruction on automation features.—Al Sefati, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025 Riders would also need basic training in CPR and AED use, as well as guidance from emergency dispatchers.—New Atlas, 28 Aug. 2025 The American Kennel Club (AKC) advises that dogs undergo basic training before attending a restaurant, and that owners ensure the establishment is dog-friendly before arriving.—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for basic training
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