noncombat
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of noncombat
Example Sentences
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These noncombat areas are ripe for AI-inspired efficiency because out of every 10 people in the military, at most two face combat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 7, 2026
Army soldier stationed in Hawaii received the military’s highest noncombat award for heroism Wednesday after he saved a woman from being beaten by a man last year in Wahiawa.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 20, 2023
His combat awards include the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the highest noncombat award; the Legion of Merit, a Bronze Star with a V for combat valor, and a Purple Heart.
From Seattle Times ● May 31, 2023
It is in part a nod to the military’s pivotal noncombat role, and indicates that warfighters are often unintended diplomats and ambassadors for their nation’s policy.
From Slate ● May 5, 2023
Aircraft in 1970 included sixty to seventy fighters and fighter-bombers and about the same number of transports, trainers, and miscellaneous noncombat types.
From Area Handbook for Albania by Elpern, Sarah Jane
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