fleet
Example Sentences
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Earlier this week MV Glen Sannox returned to Arran and MV Isle of Islay, the newest ferry of the fleet, entered service after snagging issues were resolved.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
This is needed as the current fleet is working overtime and is too small to meet America’s far-flung obligations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
Four U.A.E. flags fluttered from the roof in the afternoon breeze, while a small fleet of roughly two dozen school buses stood idle beside the compound.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
His body was found inside the unlocked SUV three days later when Wenrick told the fleet maintenance crew to take the patrol cars to get washed.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
Mrs. March’s warning was evidently thrown away, for five minutes later Laurie tore by the window on his own fleet horse, riding as if for his life.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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