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Recent Examples of launcher
The air force, for its part, has long recognized the importance of the B-21 strategic bomber and continues to develop options to use cargo aircraft such as the C-17 and C-130 as large-capacity munitions launchers.
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Andrew S. Lim, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Last year, the Army tested its version of the hypersonic missile launcher.
—ArsTechnica, 9 May 2025
The United States has staged a show of force with over 50 military aircraft and a pair of missile launchers at Kadena Air Base in Japan, its frontline outpost in the Western Pacific Ocean.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
This year, the US military has deployed an anti-ship missile launcher for the first time on the northern tip of the Philippine archipelago, just across the strait from Taiwan, a self-governing democracy Beijing has vowed to take by force if necessary.
—Nectar Gan, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2025
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Andrew S. Lim, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Last year, the Army tested its version of the hypersonic missile launcher.
—ArsTechnica, 9 May 2025
The United States has staged a show of force with over 50 military aircraft and a pair of missile launchers at Kadena Air Base in Japan, its frontline outpost in the Western Pacific Ocean.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
This year, the US military has deployed an anti-ship missile launcher for the first time on the northern tip of the Philippine archipelago, just across the strait from Taiwan, a self-governing democracy Beijing has vowed to take by force if necessary.
—Nectar Gan, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for launcher
Noun
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Portable generators for cellular and other communication support.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The heat from burning gas is used to create electricity by spinning a turbine that in turn powers a generator.—
Andrew Wilks,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
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She’s also seen the delivery drivers out wearing merchandise for both Fantuan and HungryPanda.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
31 May 2025
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The executor of Humphrey’s estate sued on his behalf, claiming that the termination was unlawful and that $3,043.06 in unpaid wages plus interest was owed to the estate.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
29 May 2025
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Under the terms of the legislation, the digital replication right does not expire at a person’s death, and can be transferred and licensed by heirs, executors and others.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
21 May 2025
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The company’s 2025 delivery target is 5.5 million vehicles globally.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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The silver vehicle then hit the 84-year-old woman, who was later pronounced dead at a local hospital.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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Two hikers had called 911 to report that the third member of their hiking party had died, said the agency.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
29 May 2025
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Since the firings, the agency has published two brief reports based on the 2023 survey – one on use of marijuana by people 12 years and older and one about the treatments received by adults with serious mental illness.—
Rhitu Chatterjee,
NPR,
29 May 2025
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In a prior study, Herz describes how different senses (smell, sight and sound) trigger memories and emotions.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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This small kitchen appliance has a variable speed trigger switch to make blending, pureeing, frothing, whipping and chopping as easy as pressing a button.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2025
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But Gibbs has been a catalyst for this offense, earning back-to-back Pro Bowl honors to begin his career.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Looking ahead, Goldman analyst Eric Sheridan expects artificial intelligence to be a catalyst for internet stocks in his coverage universe, seeing the technology as a continuous driver for growth as applications expand.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
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If the Heat doesn’t extend that qualifying offer, Mitchell would become an unrestricted free agent this offseason and Miami would lose the power to always have an opportunity match outside offers.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
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While others chase fleeting trends or seek instant results, those who understand and leverage the power of patience may be able to secure more consistent, sustainable and rewarding investments.—
Rodolfo Delgado,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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“Launcher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/launcher. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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