: time spent serving in the army, navy, air force, etc.
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Hegseth has about 12 tattoos on his arms and chest, all of which refer to his military service, patriotism and his Christianity.—Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026 His background also includes military service.—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 14 May 2026 Despite a mentality forged by military service, her abuelo is kind and affectionate, while her straight-shooting abuela gives her the explanation she’s long been denied for her mother’s abandonment, without sugar-coating it.—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026 The legislation would apply only to veterans who became disabled as a result of their military service.—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for military service