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inaugural

[in-aw-gyer-uhl, -ger-uhl] / ɪnˈɔ gyər əl, -gər əl /


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Keeton first heard about Rocket Lab when he was a college student studying mechanical engineering, following the inaugural launch of its Electron rocket in 2017.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

But, for Douglas, ex-CEO of Abu Dhabi's Etihad airline, the inaugural flight is "the culmination of four years' worth of preparation".

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Speaking to press at the inaugural ceremony Blair emphasised the Mobos' focus on music of black origin - recognising style and influence over skin colour.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

During New Glenn’s inaugural commercial mission earlier this year, the rocket didn’t perform as expected, leaving a satellite from AST SpaceMobile in the wrong location.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

After retiring to his hotel that evening, Garfield finally had the chance to polish his inaugural speech.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow




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