admirals
- plural of admiral.
Example Sentences
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One of Britain’s admirals described it as “the most bold and daring act of the age.”
From Salon • Jul. 4, 2026
Since stepping into the role, Hegseth has blocked or fired at least two dozen admirals and generals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
According to Fidell, the secretary of defense has the authority to demote only flag officers—that is, generals and admirals.
From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026
These commenters were denounced at the time by New Zealand's defence minister as "armchair admirals".
From BBC • Oct. 6, 2025
He was James Forrestal, the Secretary of the Navy, and he was standing right next to General Howling Mad Smith and two admirals.
From "Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two" by Joseph Bruchac
