flotilla
Example Sentences
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A flotilla of vessels were following the weakened animal at a distance, hoping to help guide it into the North Sea and toward the Atlantic Ocean, its natural habitat.
From Barron's
Avila was among the organizers of a flotilla that had tried to bring aid to Gaza last year despite a naval blockade.
From Barron's
At the heart of it all, a flotilla of questions that begin with "what if?"
From BBC
The "Nuestra America" convoy, a flotilla of aid leaving Mexico, was delayed because of rough sea conditions but is expected to arrive in Havana's port on Monday.
From BBC
A flotilla from Mexico is also expected to reach Havana by the end of the week.
From Barron's
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