military school
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of military school
An Americanism dating back to 1770–80
Example Sentences
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My father, who does not look at all like Piston Honda, gave me a glare that made me think military school might be in my future.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Born on October 28, 1968 into a poor rural family, Hernandez graduated from military school as an infantry lieutenant.
From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025
After all, his father sent him to military school.
From Salon • Jun. 20, 2025
His first novel, The Time of the Hero, was an indictment of corruption and abuse at a Peruvian military school.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2025
Knowing him, he’d probably send me right to military school or some kind of boot camp, like Scared Straight.
From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds
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