- plural of missile.
missiles
Example Sentences
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But cruise missiles can be five to six times more expensive than a drone, and often have a shorter range, Kokorich said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
“If you need to destroy a bridge or any fortified facility, you can’t use a drone,” said Mikhail Kokorich, chief executive of Destinus, a Netherlands-based defense company whose drone and missiles are used by Ukraine.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
Jordan's army said it had intercepted eight missiles, without stating their origin.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
Japan plans to shift more of its military spending toward drones and missiles and build up supplies of ammunition, as officials eye a record defense budget for the next fiscal year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
The defenders instantly obeyed as the showers of missiles increased.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
