airborne

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Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease, which can lead to severe complication and death.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

There appear to be three routes for US forces wishing to seize the island -– an airborne attack; an amphibious operation; or a combination of the two.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The discovery began during a collaborative project examining airborne microplastics in Michigan.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

It would connect the radars and other sensors that detect and track airborne threats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

“I’d be airborne, flying toward Mars right now. The girls in this family can say anything.”

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy