projectiles

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It said 111 projectiles were shot down or intercepted, but recorded 20 direct hits in 13 locations.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

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

“So I hear you’re launching projectiles now,” he said.

From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore