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  • But some companies see potential upside amid the budgetary gloom: The Army needs to repair and upgrade its battle-worn trucks, a massive fleet valued at about $70 billion.

    Army Must Find Direction on Trucks Nathan Hodge 2010

  • When the Thracian King summons the Greek hero and his six battle-worn companions to mold the Thracian army into a bloodthirsty, ruthless killing machine, the Son of Zeus rushes to answer the call of war and gold.

    Radical Comics for January 2010 | Major Spoilers - Comic Book Reviews and News 2009

  • The new signings added very little, the team was struggling to adapt to the new manager's style and the squad looked thin and battle-worn, possibly because Hughes had not had time to address deficiencies over the summer.

    Fulham Move Fast to Land Jol Gabriele Marcotti 2011

  • The price they pay is so much more than flesh and bone, it is a measure of heart and soul, battle-worn veterans say.

    ROY CARTER SPANN 2010

  • The new signings added very little, the team was struggling to adapt to the new manager's style and the squad looked thin and battle-worn, possibly because Hughes had not had time to address deficiencies over the summer.

    Fulham Move Fast to Land Jol Gabriele Marcotti 2011

  • "Those battle-worn Democrats will understand that they faced a tough race this summer, not because they did too much, but because they did too little," he said.

    Labor chief: Democrats 'too timid' on health care, economic efforts Philip Rucker 2010

  • If he ever doubted his purpose or resented the pain in his battle-worn body, he brought out this folder.

    Dreams of a Dark Warrior Kresley Cole 2011

  • If he ever doubted his purpose or resented the pain in his battle-worn body, he brought out this folder.

    Dreams of a Dark Warrior Kresley Cole 2011

  • Seven points from three games equates to a promising start to the season but, while the new signings Juan Mata and Romelu Lukaku impressed after being introduced as substitutes here, Chelsea's most battle-worn players again looked over the hill.

    Chelsea in need of rejuvenation despite flattering defeat of Norwich 2011

  • "Those battle-worn Democrats will understand that they faced tough races not because they did too much but because they did too little," said Trumka.

    Trumka: Primarying Lincoln Was 'Priceless', Dems Will Realize Their Timidity The Huffington Post News Team 2010

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