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United States Navy

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noun

  1. the permanent or regular naval force of the United States, under the authority of the Department of Defense since 1947. USN


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"On behalf of the Secretary of War and Deputy Secretary of War, we are grateful to Secretary Phelan for his service to the Department and the United States Navy," Parnell wrote.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

“The United States Navy is the greatest in the world and has more than enough resources to sustain the blockade,” White House spokeswoman Olivia Wales said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

The United States Navy estimates that biofilms cost its fleet between $180 and $260 million annually.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2024

“I was a helicopter pilot in the United States Navy … threats and intimidation tactics will not change my principles and values,” echoed Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Va.

From Salon • Oct. 19, 2023

He worked in the kitchen of a naval hospital and they both said he was a medical dietician for the United States Navy.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou

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