smoke
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Commandos for the National Guard Special Forces, or FERI, secured the training exercise area and rescued a "hostage" amid a haze of explosions, smoke, and rattling gunfire.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
This is the drink I want after a long afternoon spent outside: effervescent and bright, but with an undercurrent of smoke and brine.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
The air is still heavy with smoke, but they are safe.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
A huge cloud of thick black smoke was seen billowing from the site, with crews from Grays, Basildon and Orsett bringing the fire under control by 21:00.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“Ah,” said Charlie Parr through a screen of smoke.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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