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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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“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

"There are countries around the world who ought be prepared to step up on this critical waterway as well. It's not just the United States Navy," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

As a United States Navy veteran who served in Afghanistan, he would bring military experience to the Democratic ticket, matching the armed forces background of the GOP’s Vance, who served in the Marine Corps.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2024

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

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2024

To calm things down, President Truman sent in the United States Navy to reopen the mine.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

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