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Veteran

Definition

(formal) A person with a lot of experience in a particular field or activity, especially one who has served in the armed forces for a long time. Often used to describe someone who has gained expertise and respect through years of service or practice.

Example Sentences

1The veteran journalist had covered every major conflict since the 1980s and was known for her fearless reporting.
2After twenty years in the army, he was a veteran of several tours of duty and had been decorated for bravery.
3The company's veteran employees were offered early retirement packages as part of a restructuring plan.
4As a veteran of the civil rights movement, she continued to fight for social justice throughout her life.
5The veteran actor had appeared in countless films and plays, earning numerous awards and accolades for his performances.

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