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jet

[jet] / dʒɛt /




NOUN
vehicle propelled by ejection of pressurized gas or liquid
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Pricey options to escape airport hordes and hassles are multiplying as affluent travelers seek more comfort and less friction without shelling out for a private jet.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

The U.S. has used jet fighters, drones, and attack helicopters flying over the Strait to intercept Iranian weapons and boats before they can hit ships sailing along the Omani shore.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

The luxury jumbo jet was modified to transport the president and included upgrades in security, mission communications, logistics support, and advanced technology, the Air Force said.

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

The switch raised questions about the gifted jet that the U.S. spent $400 million to retrofit.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 11, 2026

She plucked, and a tiny jet of water arced out of the river and hit the bridge’s pylon.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack

Two days after the Summer of Ludd ended, private jets and helicopters descended on Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to herald the start of the Allen & Co.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

But detectives say Hassan's defence team later submitted photos and videos that showed him on private jets and at US tour dates.

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

It is unclear which if any of those measures are on the Qatari plane, although it lacks some of the specialized external equipment fairings that are visible on the older jets.

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

Boeing has been working to ramp up production to meet brisk customer demand for new passenger jets.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

It’s enormous, nearly the size of a commercial liner—except thin and sleek, with an elegant, sharp-nosed design that distinguishes it from the other jets.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu

As they jetted away from San Francisco International Airport later that night, he said, “I guess I’m not a Beatle anymore.”

From Salon Jun. 26, 2026

Before launching his presidential bid, De la Espriella lived in Florence, Italy, where he dabbled in opera, jetted around in private planes and promoted his rum and wine businesses.

From Barron's May 25, 2026

Rizer jetted to the West Coast with the list as his guide, pitching Loudoun County to the likes of Microsoft, Amazon and Facebook with a simple but compelling idea.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 22, 2026

Someone was missing as the Newcastle squad jetted off to the Far East last month.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2025

I mean, I straight-up jetted, and because I was so scared of getting caught, I couldn't even feel the pain in my legs anymore.

From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds

But this September, they'll take a major step up - jetting off to support Olivia Rodrigo on the first 18 arena dates of her world tour.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

Once again Rutte stepped in -- jetting to Washington to see Trump.

From Barron's Jul. 6, 2026

Had he made that announcement a few hours earlier, maybe Congress could have passed some sort of brief extension before jetting off.

From Slate Jun. 13, 2026

Instead of jetting of for an Italian ski trip with his wife, Stephens-Manassiev found himself alone and under fire.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 4, 2026

A few times during the afternoon, Magdalys caught sight of Mapper and Sabeen jetting from roof to roof a few blocks away.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older




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