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fighter

[fahy-ter] / ˈfaɪ tər /


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However, the U.S. carried out strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island in the key waterway as recently as Monday after its Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fired at an American jet fighter.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 5, 2026

Cameroonian-born Frenchman Doumbe is a multi-time kickboxing world champion-turned MMA fighter.

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026

"The Hungarian Defence Forces' Gripen fighter jets took to the air within minutes and ensured the safe landing of the passenger aircraft in Budapest," he said.

From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026

It’s good to remember that the fighter was just 22 when he won the heavyweight belt and announced his allegiance to the Nation of Islam.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

But using her hands as planes, Lilya was able to describe the maneuvering of their aerial dogfight blow by blow, and the German pilot had to admit that this novice fighter had defeated him.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein

“There’s a strategic impact because the fighters become disconnected from the leaders, from the ELN leadership in Colombia,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026

The spa is also a favorite among UFC fighters, who are celebrated as heroes in many Eastern European countries, Besharat explains.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026

Dubbed “forward deterrence” by President Emmanuel Macron, the plan envisions deployments of French nuclear-enabled Rafale jet fighters across Europe and the creation of new infrastructure, communications, early-warning and intelligence-sharing links with these allies.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026

A superb double jab and right hook from Smith in the ninth was answered by an uppercut and hook to the body from Puello, showcasing the quality of both fighters.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

Their mission was to march to a nearby village and conduct a search for Viet Cong fighters and weapons.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin


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