intercontinental

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Meanwhile some senior administration officials have said in recent days that the U.S. could give Iran no space to build an intercontinental ballistic missile or revive its nuclear work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

Ju Ae was publicly introduced to the world in 2022 when she accompanied her father to an intercontinental ballistic missile launch.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Next month, Guadalajara and Monterrey will host intercontinental playoff matches for some of the final spots in the World Cup field.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

She was shown inspecting North Korea's latest intercontinental ballistic missile while holding her father's hand.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

“Artemis can wait. This is for the intercontinental title. And it’s a grudge match. Louie ate the Hogman’s pet piggie.”

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer