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aviator

[ey-vee-ey-ter, av-ee-] / ˈeɪ viˌeɪ tər, ˈæv i- /


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Pitbull fans swarm his shows wearing bald caps and aviator sunglasses, a nod to the hairless rapper’s signature look.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

Naval Academy graduate, former naval aviator, trans activist and author who is now a resident of Canada — about what she is feeling as the holiday approaches.

From Salon Jun. 30, 2026

In the music video for the title track the singer introduced a tougher rock-and-roll image as he played guitar while clad in aviator sunglasses, ripped blue jeans and the leather La Rocka jacket.

From BBC May 1, 2026

"This was... a race against the clock, as it was critical that we locate the downed aviator as quickly as possible, while at the same time keeping our enemies misdirected," Ratcliffe told the news conference.

From Barron's Apr. 6, 2026

“I wanted to be an aviator once. But they wouldn’t let me go to the school where I was suppose’ to learn it.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright

Their families all paid tribute, while the military described them as "deeply capable and professional aviators" and "cherished members" of the Commando Helicopter Force.

From BBC Jun. 4, 2026

“Army aviators must adhere to strict safety standards, professionalism, and established flight regulations.”

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 31, 2026

The tactical skill with which our aviators and missile defenders are using advanced U.S. tech is astounding.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 30, 2026

Made with a gold wire, the aviators are crafted in an intricate 279-step process over four months.

From Barron's Jan. 30, 2026

There were some aviators in the compartment who did not think much of me.

From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway




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