- present tense form of rocket (3rd person singular).
rockets
Example Sentences
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Europe has in recent years sought greater independence in space but has never sent a manned mission, instead relying on the rockets and capsules of Russia and the United States.
From Barron's β Sep. 10, 2026
But when Iran launched rockets against U.S. bases in Jordan last week, Patriots reportedly were used to knock the incoming missiles down.
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 6, 2026
"Nobody is suggesting the Isle of Man starts launching rockets," Mullan continued.
From BBC β Sep. 5, 2026
Oil rose $4.46 per barrel, or 5.20% to $90.22 a barrel in New York after reports that two oil tankers carrying Saudi oil were hit by rockets and other projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 1, 2026
I do not know if the rockets can hear Fly.
From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga
