combat zone
Example Sentences
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Of roughly 280 days at sea, the Lincoln and Petersen spent around 200 in an active combat zone, playing a central role in Operation Epic Fury and the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
The IDF said the vehicle it struck on Saturday was travelling in an "active and evacuated combat zone" where it believes Hezbollah has operated from.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
In a 6-3 decision, the court ruled that neither federal law nor the Constitution shields military contractors if their mistakes or negligence result in solders being injured in a combat zone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 22, 2026
According to one soldier in the area who wished to remain anonymous, rotating troops has become even more dangerous than having them stay in the combat zone.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2025
Since I’ll be in a combat zone, Beetee helps me with armor Cinna designed.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
