militarily
Americanadverb
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in a way that is characteristic of members of the military or armed forces.
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in a way that uses military force.
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from a military perspective.
Example Sentences
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Once master of vast expanses of northern, central and western Africa, France has played a crucial role in the continent's post‑colonial history, repeatedly intervening militarily since the early 1960s.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
"For North Korea, Russia is the only country it can co-operate militarily with in its current state of isolation," he says.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
It projected American generosity and soft power in ways that built lasting alliances far more efficiently than could ever be achieved militarily.
From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026
He said U.S. forces would interdict vessels and clear potential mines, while also signaling a readiness to escalate militarily if needed.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
Kissinger hinted that Nixon was likely to respond militarily.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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