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airborne

[air-bawrn, -bohrn] / ˈɛərˌbɔrn, -ˌboʊrn /


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They detected sharp, short-lived increases in both coarse and fine airborne particles throughout the event.

From Science Daily Jul. 4, 2026

There are also plans for submersible and airborne drones, all controlled by a crewed "mothership" known as a Common Combat Vessel or CCV.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

Environmental Protection Agency deployed air monitors to assess particulate matter, airborne toxic metals and other harmful compounds during the early days of the blaze.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 30, 2026

Government documents show a lineup of defense contractors joining SpaceX to create a satellite network to track airborne threats.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

The boat punched into a wave, and we were airborne.

From "Adrift" by Paul Griffin




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