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squadron

[skwod-ruhn] / ˈskwɒd rən /
NOUN
military unit
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“The arrival of our squadron dispelled the danger.”

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The Iranians then sent a squadron of small attack boats.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Meanwhile RAF F-35 jets and Typhoons based in Cyprus, along with a squadron of Typhoons based in Qatar, continue to fly over the Middle East as part of a defensive operation.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“Flying through blizzard conditions, his squadron was ambushed by seven Soviet fighter planes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

During the course of the war, squadron commander Marina Smirnova flew 935 night bomber missions for the 46th Guards.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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