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True, that wouldn't be "compulsory military service" though imo.

• mensetmanusman 5y ago
  It is compulsory, but with exceptions. Defining something by the outliers just messes with the language of things :)
  • simulate-me 5y ago
    "The exception that proves the rule"
    • mensetmanusman 5y ago
      In this example though, it would be like arguing the taxes are optional. :)