fired
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In a post on X, the US Central Command said an aircraft fired "precision munitions" into the engine room of the tanker "after the crew repeatedly failed" to follow directions.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Most recently, he was fired by the Rangers in 2025 after two years with the team.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Even now Mr. Pelley doesn’t seem to comprehend why he was fired.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Iran has insisted any deal to end the war must include a truce in Lebanon, which was drawn into the conflict when Iran-backed Hezbollah militants within its borders fired rockets at Israel on March 2.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
“J.P. Morgan actually fired us as a customer,” said Charlie.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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