in-service
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of in-service
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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US director Boots Riley's signature absurdism is all over his latest film "I Love Boosters," which opens in US theaters this week, but the wacky visuals are all in service of an "optimistic" social commentary.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
If, at times, the narrative structure sags and the character portraits blur, it’s in service to the immensity of hope and defiance extinguished by the airstrike.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
She’s racked up hundreds of miles, all of which appear to be in service of one thing: finding a mate to settle down with.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
Shares dropped after the company reported a decline in service revenue in Germany, its biggest market, and adjusted earnings slightly missed expectations.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
I hope to put their minds at ease by reiterating our position at UD: we don’t plan to use the STM until we’re certain it’s safe and in service to the global good.
From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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