armed

Example Sentences

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Those capabilities have become crucial as the war with Iran transitions from armed conflict into a war of economic attrition.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Malik said the city needs more unarmed personnel to deal with situations in which armed police are not necessary, such as unarmed people experiencing mental health crises.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

It has also armed coaches and conferences with details about how umpires call games.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley praised the officers' courage, saying: "These were not armed officers and they feared he was carrying an explosive device."

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

The warriors, Taran saw, were armed for battle.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander