tanker

Example Sentences

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The U.S. disabled the oil tanker Lexi, sanctioned in March, after it attempted to breach a blockade, leading to Iranian drone and missile attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

In a video shared by the French president, armed naval officers could be seen boarding the tanker via a helicopter.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The UK ministry of defence said a British helicopter had "provided tracking and monitoring in support of the French operation to board the tanker Tagor".

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Experts often describe the Fed as an oil tanker that needs immense lead time before any change of direction.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

The source of the noise soon appeared as a white water tanker emerged from the silver spot on the horizon.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat