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drone

[drohn] / droʊn /




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The military officials who spoke to CBS News said the pair had been rescued by an uncrewed surface drone that was operated by Task Force 59.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

A drone boat rescued two American crew members in a first-of-its-kind operation at sea.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

It was not immediately clear what type of drone was used in the rescue operation, but a US official told ABC News that it had a speed boat-like design.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Local media in Iran that a "hostile drone" was shot down over Tehran by air defences.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

In time, the locust drone of the school board gave over to the mourning of doves in the eaves.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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