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three-star

American  
[three-stahr] / ˈθriˌstɑr /

adjective

  1. of or being a lieutenant general, as indicated by three stars on an insignia.


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But Stacy Henley, from TheGamer, was less impressed, taking issue with the repetitive aspects of the game in her three-star review.

From BBC Mar. 3, 2026

Carter Jones flipped his commitment from California to Arizona that October after developing into a three-star linebacker at Crean Lutheran, and he formed a tight bond with Mpoyi before leaving for college.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 2, 2026

A three-star prospect out of Carol City High in Opa Locka, Fla., Ponder spent a year at Bethune-Cookman University before transferring to Colorado.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 2, 2026

Zhang’s father later became a three-star general, while Xi’s father went on to hold senior roles in the party, government and legislature.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 24, 2026

There’s no way Mom would settle for a roadside motel or three-star resort.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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