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frigate

[frig-it] / ˈfrɪg ɪt /
NOUN
boat
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When an American frigate hit a mine during the so-called Tanker War, the U.S. sent in a force to clear out Iranian positions in the Gulf and destroyed Iranian ships that confronted it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

The Royal Navy deployed a Type 23 frigate HMS St Albans, RFA Tidespring and Merlin helicopters to track all three of the Russian submarines.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Would Spain be willing to send a frigate to help protect Cyprus, a fellow EU member?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The drone attack in Cyprus led to France's deployment of the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean, as well as a frigate and air defence units to the island.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

“I know, it is not enough. I’m urging the government to let private citizens build warships, too. Salem will build a frigate, the minute we have permission.”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham




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