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offset costs

Costs for which funds have been appropriated that may not be incurred as a result of a contingency operation.

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health care provider

Any member of the Armed Forces, civilian employee of the Department of Defense, or personal services contract employee under Title 10, United States Code, Section 1091 authorized by the Department of Defense to perform health care functions.

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war reserves

Stocks of materiel amassed in peacetime to meet the increase in military requirements consequent upon an outbreak of war.

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ditching

Controlled landing of a distressed aircraft on water.

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rules of engagement

Directives issued by competent military authority that delineate the circumstances and limitations under which United States forces will initiate and/or continue combat engagement with other forces encountered.

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