gunner
Example Sentences
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In a microcosm of the larger war, some Ukrainian gunners have told reporters they were only allowed to fire three shells per night.
From Salon
The younger Slater also would make history as the first player who primarily served as a gunner to make the Hall of Fame.
From Los Angeles Times
While it can carry dozens of people, the normal crew component for the Super Stallion is four: a pilot, copilot, crew chief, and mechanic/gunner, according to a U.S.
From Seattle Times
Michael Balaban served two tours in Afghanistan, ending up as a gunner on a Black Hawk helicopter.
From Los Angeles Times
One of the gunners pushes a projectile into the barrel.
From BBC
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