littoral
Example Sentences
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That means Australia plans to develop a larger and more lethal navy, an army that can operate better in littoral environments, a better air force, as well as more cyber and space capabilities.
The new discoveries will increase the ecological importance of the Mallorca channel seamounts and the littoral caves, providing compelling arguments for the Spanish government to emphasize the need for protection measures.
From Science Daily
The new JL-3 will have a range of 5,400 nautical miles and be able to target portions of the continental United States from Chinese littoral waters.
From Washington Times
Beijing says most of the region is part of its territory, a claim that is hotly disputed by several littoral nations.
From Reuters
Navy warship, the littoral combat ship USS Marinette, was supposed to leave Cleveland on Lake Erie on Monday, but remains stuck.
From Seattle Times
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