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reconnaissance

[ri-kon-uh-suhns, -zuhns] / rɪˈkɒn ə səns, -zəns /


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That includes support roles like supply pickup, reconnaissance, recovery of equipment or casualties, and hazard inspection.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Firefighters were able to get a better handle on the situation after two overnight reconnaissance missions into the 15-acre manufacturing complex on the 12000 block of Western Avenue in Garden Grove.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

The divers "are highly trained" and "conducted an extensive reconnaissance with us, and developed a conservative dive plan, considering that no one knew the cave well", Marroni said.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

However, a US Air Force RC-135V Rivet Joint reconnaissance aircraft did conduct two passes of the island over the period.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

She persuaded the czar to let her fly for Russia as a military reconnaissance pilot, scouting out the best direction for soldiers on the ground to fire their guns.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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