projectiles
Example Sentences
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The high ground overlooks the area of Nabatieh and was used in past wars to fire projectiles at Israel, military says.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Zelensky has said that Middle East countries used 800 PAC-3 interceptors to counter Iranian drones and other projectiles, adding that Ukraine had never had that many during its war.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
It said 111 projectiles were shot down or intercepted, but recorded 20 direct hits in 13 locations.
From BBC • May 13, 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
Unfortunately, the recoil knocked the easel sideways and sent more projectiles shooting all over the room.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
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