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intercept

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


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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

Russia has improved Iran’s original design to make Shahed drones deadlier and harder to intercept.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

It is unclear how they were able to intercept and take control of the oil tanker.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

A few fairies broke off from the main group to intercept them.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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