platoons

noun

Definition of platoonsnext
plural of platoon
as in teams
a group of people working together on a task will need a platoon of assistants to mount the display at the spring flower show

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  1. armies
  2. crews
  3. squads
  4. battalions
Noun
  • In the early winter darkness, lights flash on the horizon as the two armies trade artillery fire.
    Brian Mann, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
  • More recently, the year-long war between the Israeli and Hezbollah armies in Lebanon further delayed the official reopening of the Metropolis Cinema from early October to this weekend.
    Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of armies
Noun
  • Homicide and nonfatal shooting totals fell again in 2023, but the city was roiled by robbery and carjacking crews responsible for an overall uptick in violence.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
  • One lane on the westbound side of the highway remained open while crews were at the scene.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of crews
Noun
  • The 18-year-old found himself in the awkward position of being left out of all Chelsea squads, at senior and academy level, for two months while talks over a new deal showed little sign of reaching a positive conclusion.
    Simon Johnson, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Three American League East squads have been connected to Hernández, including the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of squads
Noun
  • Reserve battalions are made up of about 2,300 marines, plus support personnel.
    Elaine McCusker, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The additional battalions would also provide the United States with more amphibious forces in the Baltics.
    Elaine McCusker, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of battalions
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