: time spent serving in the army, navy, air force, etc.
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The week, however, was not without controversy for the South Korean team, as the squad barred press from their home country after audio of media criticizing the mandatory military service exemption granted to Son was leaked.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026 After retiring from two decades of military service, a year and a half ago Quirarte suffered a seizure.—
Molly McCrea,
CBS News,
18 June 2026 Black military service has existed since the Revolution.—
Jake Lundberg,
The Atlantic,
18 June 2026 The unique realities of war and military service have forced innovation that later benefits civilians for generations.—
Rob Lewis,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for military service