projectiles
Example Sentences
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"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
Tasnim reported that one of its correspondents had reported that locations around the island "were struck by projectiles from the American enemy".
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
The high ground overlooks the area of Nabatieh and was used in past wars to fire projectiles at Israel, military says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
It said 111 projectiles were shot down or intercepted, but recorded 20 direct hits in 13 locations.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
Thousands of flying avatars and ships continued to buzz around the shield, occasionally firing bullets, lasers, missiles, and other projectiles at it, all of which impacted harmlessly on the surface.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
