launch
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He rented space at a boatyard where "talented local people" were taught how to assemble and launch the device.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026
It is up 2.7%, including dividends, between the accounts’ launch and Friday’s market close.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2026
The launch marked SpaceX's 35th commercial resupply mission for NASA, delivering scientific experiments, essential supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 18, 2026
One of the biggest mysteries the researchers wanted to explain was why black holes do not always launch jets at the same time.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
She promised me I’ll get to come to the lab to watch your landing with everyone, but she said for launch it’s different.
From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga
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This striking phenomenon, known as a "jellyfish," occurs when a rocket launches near sunrise or sunset.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 18, 2026
Rockstar has not yet confirmed whether an updated online mode will be released as soon as GTA 6 launches.
From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2026
In the latest instance, White & Case last week unveiled new corporate branding that includes lettering inspired by ancient legal slabs and photographic effects echoing rocket launches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026
Los Angeles is getting a new all-electric ride hailing service as Vietnam’s Green SM launches in the city.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
From inside the big top, the band launches into the music for the Spec.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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In the process, Tyree notes, the filmmakers reveal that unlike in the past, when captains of industry launched art museums and libraries, this generation isn't as interested in philanthropy.
From Barron's ● Oct. 18, 2026
A statement continued: "Those circumstances remain under investigation. Israeli police and forensic investigators have launched an investigation to establish the facts and identify those responsible."
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Roman launched on August 30, carrying optical systems that had been meticulously tested before leaving the ground.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
Russia also launched about 4,900 propeller-powered drones, roughly 90% of which were intercepted, according to Ihnat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
In September 1915, the Allies launched a major offensive in France, hoping to break through enemy lines, drive the Germans back to the Meuse River, and end the war.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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California officials have not shown a similar interest in launching their own investigation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026
They also offer astronomers a more reliable way to anticipate one of the universe's most dramatic phenomena: the moment a black hole begins launching a powerful jet into space.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
Amazon is launching two new personal AI products alongside Bee, an AI hardware company it acquired in June 2025.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026
Last week, pro-government forces said they had regained control of territory overlooking Bab al-Mandab after launching a major counter-offensive with the support of Saudi air strikes.
From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2026
I wanted to ask her if Drew really did have work after practice, but the last thing I needed was Stephanie launching an investigation on my behalf, most likely making the situation even worse.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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