projectiles
Example Sentences
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The two projectiles hit the target, a retired Philippines navy corvette, around 75 kilometres offshore in the South China Sea, causing it to sink, officials said.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
It still might not be the best idea to let people throw projectiles as the night goes on, though.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
Other ships have been hit by projectiles, in the strait and in the Gulf of Oman and Persian Gulf.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
On 11 March, the Thai-flagged bulk carrier Mayuree Naree was struck by two projectiles while attempting to pass through.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
Beside him, Two Step foraged through the saddlebags for more fire equipment they could use as projectiles.
From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older
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