frigate
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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
India has invited the frigate to take part in its biennial military exercises along with participants from dozens of navies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026
Photographs showed sailors in crisp whites and a grey frigate gliding in the sea harbour on a clear day.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
Western nations seeking to secure the route for maritime traffic could consider frigate patrols or escorts for a particular ship -- possibly with extra air cover.
From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026
Nothing but a frigate bird, winging steadily out to the western sea.
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
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