armed

Example Sentences

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Contact tracing is lagging as the disease spreads in areas affected by armed conflict, displacement and poverty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The diversion request was granted last year after Perry argued that he suffers from mental health issues due to his time in the armed forces, Ilacqua said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“ATF in those operations has been focused on offenders that were illegally armed with firearms,” he told senators.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Zamfara state, which neighbours both Katsina and Sokoto, has seen years of similar violence, with some communities previously attempting to make peace with armed groups, efforts that have largely failed to bring lasting stability.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Now there remained only John Wilkes Booth, still at bay, and armed.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson