container
Example Sentences
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The method also revealed whether the containers were made from glass or plastic.
From Science Daily
The Omani navy rescued 24 crew members of a container ship struck by missiles in the Strait of Hormuz.
From Barron's
Clusters of oil tankers and container ships were lined up to cross the strait.
The back section was basically a large container – perhaps the kind of thing you might move cattle in.
From Literature
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The company on Tuesday suspended all vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz until further notice, echoing moves from other container shipping companies.
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