military school
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of military school
An Americanism dating back to 1770–80
Example Sentences
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My father, who does not look at all like Piston Honda, gave me a glare that made me think military school might be in my future.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Born on October 28, 1968 into a poor rural family, Hernandez graduated from military school as an infantry lieutenant.
From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025
Born in the Bronx to an Army doctor and a registered nurse, Bauman went to military school and moved to Hollywood just before he turned 18.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025
His first novel, The Time of the Hero, was an indictment of corruption and abuse at a Peruvian military school.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2025
I walk a few steps and see high school graduation, Stuart proud in a military school uniform.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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