first sergeant

Frequency: 5.02.5 per million words

a senior non-commissioned officer rank in the U.S. Army and Marine Corps

sergeantADJECTIVE + NOUN (in the army/air force)

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Examples (10)

  • We line up while platoon sergeants and the company's first sergeant confer at the head of the formation.
  • The first sergeant addressed the new recruits with a firm but encouraging tone.
  • It is the first sergeant's duty to ensure the welfare and morale of all enlisted personnel.
  • Before deployment, the first sergeant conducted a final inspection of all equipment.
  • She has served as a highly respected first sergeant for over a decade.
  • The commander relies heavily on the first sergeant for daily operations and troop management.
  • A good first sergeant leads by example and inspires confidence in their soldiers.
  • They reported directly to the first sergeant after completing their mission.
  • The upcoming training exercise will be overseen by the first sergeant and his staff.
  • Becoming a first sergeant requires exceptional leadership skills and extensive experience.