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missile

[mis-uhl, -ahyl] / ˈmɪs əl, -aɪl /


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Circor designs and manufacturers components for commercial and military aircraft, missile systems, and naval ships.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The MoD publicly accepted the Russian explanation, but three senior Western defence sources later told the BBC the Russian pilot had fired the missile following an ambiguous command from a Russian ground station.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

The New York Times has previously reported that the school was hit by a US Tomahawk cruise missile, a weapon which Iran does not possess.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Defense minister Pal Jonson said the new ships will allow Sweden to operate within NATO’s entire area of operations and contribute to the military alliance’s collective air and missile defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“And how did…?” In slow motion, she brings it toward my face as she makes a whistling noise like an incoming missile.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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