projectiles

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Meanwhile, Israel's military said it intercepted a drone and two projectiles that crossed the border.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The two projectiles hit the target, a retired Philippines navy corvette, around 75 kilometres offshore in the South China Sea, causing it to sink, officials said.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

It still might not be the best idea to let people throw projectiles as the night goes on, though.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

The projectiles, according to the report, struck an area of around 13 hectares—roughly the size of two dozen football fields.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

The air above the chasm turned into a fireworks show of flaming projectiles, exploding rocks, and fresh produce.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan