military service

noun

: time spent serving in the army, navy, air force, etc.

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The argument was simple — a person who is old enough to be drafted for military service is also old enough to vote. — Christopher A. Cooper, The Conversation, 1 Oct. 2026 Founded in 1922, USAA serves military service members, veterans and their family members. — Dan Avery, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026 According to a 2020 Department of Defense study, a staggering 77% of young Americans do not qualify for military service due to health concerns. — Stanley McChrystal, STAT, 29 Sep. 2026 In 1941, Diaz married military service member Marcos Medina, and the pair went on to have five children together. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for military service

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“Military service.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/military%20service. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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