vessels

Example Sentences

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Iran launched strikes targeting Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain and declared the Strait of Hormuz shut to all vessels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

"Most of vessels used by Ukraine are smaller, more like the size of a jet ski, and couldn't carry a person," says Clark.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“CENTCOM forces have disabled seven non-compliant vessels, redirected 134 ships that complied, and allowed 42 vessels supporting humanitarian aid to pass since initiating the blockade on April 13,” U.S.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

As of May 23, the naval blockade has redirected more than 100 vessels and involved more than 15,000 troops.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

It was sparely furnished, having but a small table, two chairs and a bench; but at either side there were curtained alcoves and well-clad beds within with vessels and basins for washing.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien