reconnaissance

Example Sentences

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While most of the other pilots were interested in aerobatics, Dallin volunteered to take on a reconnaissance mission with a camera mounted behind the cockpit.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The Navy has previously trained External link bottlenose dolphins and sea lions, chiefly for reconnaissance and recovering objects like undersea mines.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Centcom said it had "eliminated inbound threats and targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking US forces, including missile and drone launch sites; command and control locations; and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance nodes."

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Officials involved want to accelerate Europe’s production of vital equipment in fields where Europe lags behind the U.S., including anti-submarine warfare, space and reconnaissance capabilities, in-flight refueling and air mobility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

I would utilize foresight, bravery, skill, careful timing, reconnaissance missions and the support of staunch allies to show her that I was the best possible boyfriend for her.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen