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passive mine

A mine whose anticountermining device has been operated preventing the firing mechanism from being actuated.

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submarine operating authority

The naval commander exercising operational control of submarines.

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working group

An enduring or ad hoc organization within a joint force commander’s headquarters consisting of a core functional group and other staff and component representatives whose purpose is to provide analysis on the specific function to users.

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sustainment

The provision of logistics and personnel services required to maintain and prolong operations until successful mission accomplishment.

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area of responsibility

The geographical area associated with a combatant command within which a geographic combatant commander has authority to plan and conduct operations.

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