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troops

Pronunciation: [truːps]

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Learn how to use troops in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “military”

(noun) a group of soldiers or military personnel. When we talk about troops, we usually mean a lot of people who are part of an army. They work together to protect a country or are sent to places to help in difficult situations.

Example

The troops were ready to help during the disaster relief efforts.

Example

There were no troops available to assist in the emergency.

Example

How many troops are deployed overseas right now?

Context: “general group”

(noun) a group of people who are gathered together for a common purpose or activity, not always military. It can be a group of friends or members of an organization.

Example

The scouts are a brave group of troops helping to clean the park.

Example

There were no troops showing up for the meeting, so it had to be canceled.

Example

What kind of troops will be joining us for the community event?

How to pronounce troops

Pronunciation: [truːps]

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