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military
/ˈmɪl.ɪ.tɹi/
When used as a noun, "the military" usually refers to the armed forces as a whole collective group. It is typically used with the definite article "the". As an adjective, it can describe things like equipment, strategy, or uniforms. It is a neutral term and can be used in both formal reports and everyday conversation.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, Fatima is in the library while Maya is at a coffee shop.
Maya
My cousin's going military. He's totally sold on the idea.
Fatima
Wait, really? That's a huge pivot from his art degree.
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Maya uses the word 'military' as a noun to refer to the armed forces. The phrase 'sold on the idea' is an idiom meaning he is completely convinced or enthusiastic about the decision. Fatima uses 'pivot' to describe a sudden change in direction regarding his career/life path.