escort

Example Sentences

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Macron said France was preparing an international mission to escort ships through the Strait—but only once the conflict eases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

That said, Draper said that right before Season 1 of “Mormon Wives” dropped on Hulu in September 2024, she was given “proof” that Ngatikaura had been using an escort service in Texas.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

President Donald Trump has repeatedly urged other global powers to send warships to escort convoys of tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supplies.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

US officials have still not identified allies willing to help escort ships through the passage.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Dressed formally as he was, in a black tuxedo, it was obvious that he was part of the debut court, the escort of one of the birthday girl’s attendants perhaps.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall