sentry duty
Frequency: 6.54.1 per million words
Refers to the task or period of time for standing guard.
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Examples (10)
- The young soldier was assigned sentry duty for the first time.
- During his sentry duty, he spotted an intruder near the perimeter.
- They had to perform sentry duty for six hours straight in the freezing cold.
- Strict vigilance is crucial when on sentry duty.
- Who is scheduled for sentry duty tonight?
- He found the prolonged sentry duty to be quite monotonous.
- The commander emphasized the importance of sentry duty for camp security.
- After completing his sentry duty, he was allowed to rest.
- Performing sentry duty requires immense concentration and discipline.
- The guards rotate sentry duty every four hours.