liftoff

Example Sentences

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He has edited his solos a little; they seem more concise, but they still achieve the same goal: liftoff.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

Ahead of the Wall Street liftoff, expected in mid-June, SpaceX backers say the company isn't just a rocket business but rather the gatekeeper to space itself.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

In 1986, CNN was the only broadcaster running live coverage when the Challenger shuttle liftoff ended in disaster.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The structures experienced minimal damage despite the intense forces generated during liftoff.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

We were over Australia now, exactly one hour after liftoff, and all our machinery seemed to be working perfectly.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins