Silver Star

noun

, U.S. Army.

1. a bronze star with a small silver star at the center, awarded to a soldier who has been cited in orders for gallantry in action, when the citation does not warrant the award of a Medal of Honor or the Distinguished Service Cross.

Example Sentences

She was profiled on 60 Minutes, and awarded the Silver Star, only the second female to receive the honor since World War II.

From The Daily Beast

On our last visit, we noticed a whole pallet of Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Silver Star certificates.

From The Daily Beast

The Silver Star By Jeannette Walls Two girls strike out on their own across the country after their mother abandons them.

From The Daily Beast

Were he to be held accountable for the fraudulent Silver Star recommendation, his Army career would likely end in disgrace.

From The Daily Beast

Entering the sick-room her eyes fell on the silver star, and the old motto came again to mind: "We rely on Thee."

From Project Gutenberg

A crowd of Silver Star “rooters” were to follow on the trolley.

From Project Gutenberg

"Yes, the Silver Star," said the Martian without any note of wonder or surprise in his voice.

From Project Gutenberg

They rolled silently along under the trees, from which every now and then a little silver star was brushed into the carriage.

From Project Gutenberg

When the pirates clambered aboard the Silver Star they seemed to be boarding a deserted vessel.

From Project Gutenberg