Military Ranks And Roles

7 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person who is highly skilled in shooting or marksmanship

  • The crack shot marksman hit the bullseye with every shot.
  • I heard John is a real crack shot when it comes to shooting cans off fences.
  • That dude is a total crack shot with a rifle, he never misses.
  • She's a crack shot when it comes to solving puzzles, she always finds the answer quickly.

noun a person who is very skilled at shooting a gun

adjective describing someone who is very accurate and skilled at shooting a gun

  • The sniper was known for being a dead shot, never missing his target.
  • My friend thinks he's a dead shot at darts, but he always ends up hitting the wall.
  • That guy is a dead shot with a basketball, he never misses a shot.
  • She's a dead shot when it comes to solving puzzles, she always gets it right on the first try.

noun a person who protects or keeps watch over someone or something

verb to watch over in order to protect or control

  • The security guard patrolled the premises diligently throughout the night.
  • The guard kept an eye on things all night long.
  • Yo, did you see that guard bust that dude for trying to sneak in?
  • The thick walls of the castle served as a guard against any potential invaders.

noun a father in Spanish or Italian

  • The padre led the church service with great reverence and solemnity.
  • My padre always tells the best stories from his childhood.
  • Hey, padre, can you hook me up with some extra cash?
  • The old oak tree was like a padre, providing shade and comfort to all who sought refuge beneath its branches.

noun a person who operates the controls of an aircraft or spacecraft

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  • The pilot successfully landed the plane despite the challenging weather conditions.
  • I heard that the pilot nailed the landing even with all that wind.
  • That pilot has some serious skills up in the air.
  • Being a pilot in this industry requires you to navigate through turbulent times.

noun a supply of a commodity not needed for immediate use but available if required

verb to retain or secure for future use or use in an emergency

  • The company's financial reserves are set aside for emergencies or future investments.
  • I always keep some extra money in my reserves just in case.
  • I've got some reserves stashed away for a rainy day.
  • She always seems to have emotional reserves to handle any situation.

noun a type of player in volleyball who specializes in defensive skills and is allowed to move freely around the court

  • The libero in volleyball is responsible for defensive plays and passing the ball to the setter.
  • Hey, did you see how the libero saved that ball from hitting the ground?
  • That libero is a beast on the court, nothing gets past them!
  • Being a libero in life means always being ready to defend and support others.