projectiles
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Sidr was hit by projectiles north of Oman's Musandam Peninsula, according to maritime security firms.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
Greek maritime risk management firm Marisks said Tuesday that two crude tankers were hit by "unknown projectiles" late the previous day.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
This follows the news that two oil supertankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Bloomberg report based on information from maritime risk management consultant Marisks.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 1, 2026
"Unrestrained children can become projectiles," Tuso said, similar to unrestrained items of luggage, which can fly into passengers in the event of turbulence, especially during takeoff and landing.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Adina hopped behind the catapult and readied the eyelash curler and lipstick projectiles.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
![]()