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combat

[kuhm-bat, kom-bat, kuhm-, kom-bat, kuhm-] / kəmˈbæt, ˈkɒm bæt, ˈkʌm-, ˈkɒm bæt, ˈkʌm- /




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Mayor Karen Bass released a new plan Thursday setting goals for the city to combat climate change and adapt to a warmer future.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

In 1990, the RAF had over 300 combat jets.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Australia's army is in the throes of a major transformation, equipping itself with long-range firepower, drones and other modern combat tools.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The juxtaposition of events — escalating geopolitical pressure abroad and the promotion of a high-profile combat sports spectacle at home — has drawn attention for its optics.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

They were wearing combat helmets low over their ears, rifles strapped to their shoulders.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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