Definitions
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- abbreviation United Service Organizations
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- initialism unidentified submerged object or unidentified submarine object
- initialism US United Service Organizations
Etymologies
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Examples
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PILGRIM For hundreds of thousands of military families, the USO is an invaluable source of help and support.
Heroes or Villains? 2010
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The USO is also happy to take paperbacks and magazines to give to soldiers both in the US and abroad.
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Is anyone maintaining a list of entertainers who * do* participate in USO shows?
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Though it doesn’t get nearly the attention his political activism does, Franken was participating in USO tours long before it was fashionable among Democrats, and has kept it up with trips to Iraq and Afghanistan, despite his opposition to the war (though he did not initially oppose it).
He’s Not Joking 2008
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Though it doesn’t get nearly the attention his political activism does, Franken was participating in USO tours long before it was fashionable among Democrats, and has kept it up with trips to Iraq and Afghanistan, despite his opposition to the war (though he did not initially oppose it).
He’s Not Joking 2008
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Mention the United Service Organizations -- almost universally known as the USO -- to most Americans, and the first thing you'll likely hear is "Bob Hope."
'A Small Cog In The Wheel': Photojournalist Uses Imagery To Tell Soldiers' Stories 2010
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Mention the United Service Organizations -- almost universally known as the USO -- to most Americans, and the first thing you'll likely hear is "Bob Hope."
Charles Eggleston, Wounded Warrior, Helps Other Wounded Warriors Through USO Programs 2010
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Mention the United Service Organizations -- almost universally known as the USO -- to most Americans, and the first thing you'll likely hear is "Bob Hope."
Joan Cote, USO Delaware, Manages The Military's 'Dignified Transfer' 2010
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Mention the United Service Organizations -- almost universally known as the USO -- to most Americans, and the first thing you'll likely hear is "Bob Hope."
Michael Deihl, Acclaimed Chef, Makes A Difference For The Troops Through Food 2010
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Mention the United Service Organizations -- almost universally known as the USO -- to most Americans, and the first thing you'll likely hear is "Bob Hope."
David Sparks, Air Force Chaplain, Offers Comfort To Families Of The Fallen 2010
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