armed forces
Americanplural noun
plural noun
Etymology
Origin of armed forces
First recorded in 1685–95
Example Sentences
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Some 10,000 veterans will take part in the Royal British Legion's march-past, representing more than 300 different armed forces and civilian organisations.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2026
"Under the order of the Supreme Leader, the response of the armed forces will be immediate, effective, and without geographical limitations," he added.
From Barron's ● Nov. 7, 2026
European companies also benefit from U.S. military spending through contracts to supply U.S. armed forces.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026
A North Korean official was quoted as saying the test was conducted "because our armed forces should defend the security of the country and deter all sorts of threats."
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
During the United States’ participation in World War I, some 370,000 African American men served in the armed forces.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
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