drone
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Ukraine's military said its forces had struck an elite Russian military drone unit in the area, in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine, and had not targeted civilians.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
But as it turns out, the drone thermometers were detecting the temperatures only on the outside of the problem tank, not its inside.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
Kyiv has recently expanded its drone capabilities and stepped up strikes on conventional Russian territories as well, including residential areas and oil export infrastructure.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
Last weekend, the United Arab Emirates said a drone strike hit an electricity generator at its nuclear power station, a sign of how any further fighting could escalate.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
I shouted again, higher this time, then lower, trying to find a pitch that would pierce through the drone of the engine.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing drone
A Long Walk to Water
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Instead of "Said": Words That Sound Like What They Mean
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"Of Mice and Men"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!