ordnance

Example Sentences

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Chunks of unexploded ordnance protruded from the streets.

From New York Times

“Look at me. I am not forgiving the fact you’re not delivering the ordnance we need. OK?”

From New York Times

The Ukrainian deminers are being hosted by the Cambodian Mine Action Center, a government agency that oversees the clearing of land mines and unexploded ordnance in Cambodia.

From Seattle Times

“The teams will also include explosive ordnance risk education teams that are critical for teaching civilians how to recognize, avoid and report hazards,” Mr. Biggs said.

From Washington Times

The Dec. 17 front-page article “The Russians retreated. Their explosives did not.,” vividly portrayed the horror of individuals who are forced to live in proximity to unexploded ordnance, including antipersonnel land mines.

From Washington Post