noun
a military officer who serves as an administrative assistant to a higher-ranking officer, typically the commanding officer of a unit or organization
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The adjutant general is responsible for overseeing the state's National Guard units.
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I heard the adjutant general will be visiting our base next week.
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The adjutant general is like the big boss of the National Guard.
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In a way, the adjutant general acts as the conductor of a symphony, ensuring all parts work together harmoniously.