the Marine Corps

noun

: the part of the U.S. military that consists of soldiers who serve at sea and also on land

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After pursuing an independent career path –joining the Marine Corps, attending business school, and working in consulting –he was interviewed by David to become COO in 2020, a position Nick held for four years before becoming CEO. —

True Tamplin, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024 These new battalions would help the Marine Corps continue to deter China and North Korea, which would be more tempted to challenge Washington if Moscow wins. —

Elaine McCusker, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024 Today: First lady Jill Biden hosted a Toys for Tots event at the White House with the Marine Corps and local Marine families. —

Emily Martin, The Hill, 13 Dec. 2024 Camp Lejeune, the Marine Corps base in North Carolina, is one community that was significantly affected by TCE contamination. —

Jen Christensen, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the Marine Corps

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