Mercenary

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British pronunciation/mˈɜːsənəɹi/
American pronunciation/ˈmɝsəˌnɛɹi/
Mercenary
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a professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army, often motivated by payment rather than ideological or national allegiance

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mercenary
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motivated by financial gain or material rewards

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related to people who serve in a foreign army solely for financial gain

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marked by materialism

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The army hired mercenaries to bolster its forces during the conflict in the region.
During the war, the government enlisted mercenaries to provide specialized skills in combat.
Mercenaries played a crucial role in historical battles, often fighting for the side that offered the most lucrative compensation.
Mercenaries were often employed in colonial conflicts to supplement the regular army.
The rebel leader was killed by mercenaries when there had been a price on his head for years.
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