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reconnaissance

[ri-kon-uh-suhns, -zuhns] / rɪˈkɒn ə səns, -zəns /


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Bases in Europe house critical U.S. intelligence and reconnaissance capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Two Iranian men have been charged with an offence under the National Security Act after an investigation into alleged reconnaissance of Jewish targets on behalf of Iran.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

The U.S. military is deploying advanced technology, including autonomous drones and reconnaissance, from companies like Boeing and RTX to counter sea mines.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

The Mohajer-6, a combat UAV with intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, is manufactured by QAI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

What’s more, he had two hot-air balloons at his disposal, which he sent up periodically to provide almost perfect aerial reconnaissance of Lee’s positions.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell