1
obsolete
: of or relating to ships or shipping
2
a
: of or relating to a navy
b
: consisting of or involving warships
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Ukraine has launched extensive drone attacks against Russian refineries and military facilities in recent months, with targets including naval facilities, oil depots and terminals.
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
After diplomatic efforts failed to secure concessions, the United States and Israel escalated the pressure campaign with strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, naval forces, and defense targets.
—Kiara Moore, The Washington Examiner, 17 June 2026
Immediately upon the signing of this MOU, the United States of America will begin the removal of its naval blockade and any disturbances or impediments against the Islamic Republic of Iran, and will fully end the naval blockade within 30 days.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 17 June 2026
The delivery, announced Tuesday, brings the newest generation of the REMUS platform—a family of underwater drones that has supported naval, scientific, and commercial missions worldwide for over 25 years.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 17 June 2026
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
After diplomatic efforts failed to secure concessions, the United States and Israel escalated the pressure campaign with strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, naval forces, and defense targets.
—Kiara Moore, The Washington Examiner, 17 June 2026
Immediately upon the signing of this MOU, the United States of America will begin the removal of its naval blockade and any disturbances or impediments against the Islamic Republic of Iran, and will fully end the naval blockade within 30 days.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 17 June 2026
The delivery, announced Tuesday, brings the newest generation of the REMUS platform—a family of underwater drones that has supported naval, scientific, and commercial missions worldwide for over 25 years.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 17 June 2026
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“Naval.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naval. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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naval
adjective
na·val
ˈnā-vəl 
: of or relating to a navy or warships
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