airborne

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Researchers want to understand how concentrations vary across seasons and what effects these chemicals may have once they are airborne.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease, which can lead to severe complication and death.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

There appear to be three routes for US forces wishing to seize the island -– an airborne attack; an amphibious operation; or a combination of the two.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

On Tuesday, however, oil prices recouped much of those losses following reports that the Pentagon plans to deploy an airborne Army unit to the Middle East.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

It sent him airborne briefly, and Moss knew this was their only chance.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro