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missile

[mis-uhl, -ahyl] / ˈmɪs əl, -aɪl /


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North Korea is subject to multiple United Nations sanctions banning its nuclear weapons development and use of ballistic missile technology, restrictions it has repeatedly flouted.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

SEOUL—As part of a push to modernize his conventional forces, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the test of a new missile system that resembles U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

North Korea is subject to multiple United Nations sanctions banning its nuclear weapons development and use of ballistic missile technology, restrictions it has repeatedly flouted.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Ukraine also remains heavily dependent on foreign air defence systems for missile interception.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

He doubled in height, and from his back sprung a missile of fur and teeth.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz




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