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intercept

[in-ter-sept, in-ter-sept] / ˌɪn tərˈsɛpt, ˈɪn tərˌsɛpt /


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The Iranian drones they intercept are arrows—cheap, plentiful, made in bulk.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The Iron Dome is an advanced Israeli air defence system used to intercept and destroy a range of aerial missiles, rockets and drones.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

It also includes France deploying millions of pounds worth of drones, helicopters and a camera system to intercept people smugglers and illegal migrants.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Border cities and roads are covered with nets to intercept drones before they hit their targets.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The wooden man, who still danced near Grandpa and Lena, sprinted to intercept Hugo.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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