fighter

Example Sentences

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An experienced fighter stood a good chance of making it to the next bout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"Lauren has to prove herself against Pineiro - who is a phenomenal fighter," said Shalom.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

U.S. forces launched a rescue mission in southwestern Iran after at least one American crew member ejected from a fighter jet downed by Iranian defenses, according to a U.S. official and news outlets.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

A search-and-rescue operation was underway for the crew of a U.S. jet fighter that went down over Iran, The Wall Street Journal reported.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

In the distance, I could hear the occasional hum of fighter planes overhead.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler