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javelin

[jav-lin, jav-uh-] / ˈdʒæv lɪn, ˈdʒæv ə- /
NOUN
spear
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For the anti-tank training, the troops use a javelin missile simulator to practise destroying a tank - the Anglians said a real javelin missile cost £250,000.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

The Venezuelans practically turned the art of the bat flip into a javelin toss.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Betts kept an open mind when he first learned of teammate Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s unique workout routine, which includes javelin throwing, yoga, and working with personal trainer Osamu Yada.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

“She’s able to throw the ball far and makes good decisions,” said Baker, who is also on the track and field team, specializing in triple jump, hurdles and javelin.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2024

He threw his billiard cue over to Mr. Grin, hurling it almost like a javelin.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz




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