drones 1 of 3

plural of drone

drones

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noun (2)

plural of drone

drones

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verb

present tense third-person singular of drone

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of drones
Noun
Russian drones have made a clear sky into a source of terror for Ukrainian young people. Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 19 Oct. 2025 As one of the main organizers of the Tianjin exhibition, the People’s Liberation Army focused on displaying its latest aviation assault assets, featuring an array of helicopters, drones, and airborne weapon systems. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2025 However, it is not only seen in the field as an innovation that not only increases the capabilities of VTOL aircraft, but also one that is scalable enough to produce a whole new family of drones. David Szondy october 19, New Atlas, 19 Oct. 2025 The Russians have also continued nightly barrages of drones and missiles against targets across Ukraine, especially against energy infrastructure. Tim Lister, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025 Check out our other guides to the best telescopes, binoculars, cameras, star projectors, drones, lego and much more. Alexander Cox, Space.com, 18 Oct. 2025 Against the backdrop of a minimal orchestral ensemble, just strings, brass and percussion, Doldinger used early synthesizers to create a sonic soundscape evoking sonar pulses, engine drones and the metallic ambience inside the World War 2 U-boat. Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2025 There were dozens more attack drones in our skies. Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 17 Oct. 2025 Just in the past two days, the spicy, junky stuff has come in a bit ( quantum , drones , upstart nuclear power ), helpfully. Michael Santoli, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drones
Verb
  • The air buzzes with nostalgia and pride as alumni return to the yard, reconnecting with old classmates, sharing stories, and celebrating the legacy that shaped them.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Spaces to roam are flanked by a central courtyard restaurant that buzzes with diners who feast over The House’s signature lobster pasta, moquecas (Brazilian fish stew), and cassava gnocchi.
    Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The machinery of violence here hums louder each week.
    MSNBC Newsweek, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Once a sleepy town, Hudson has reinvented itself as a trend-forward haunt that draws New Yorkers seeking tranquility—yet still hums with a lively energy.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The cranky and irritating backseat driver, who bums a lift midway through the Griswolds' adventure, also has with her the easily excitable pooch Dinky.
    Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Flueger, 41, who plays Adam Ruzek on the police drama, plans to return later this season, PEOPLE confirms.
    Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Following the departure of Robin Weigert's Teddi following season 1, that leaves only Hartley and Fiona Rene, who plays attorney Reenie Greene, from Colter's original stable.
    Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Challengers, including conservative advocacy groups, argue the law unconstitutionally chills political speech and participation.
    Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 27 Sep. 2025
  • This kind of political pressure on broadcasters and artists chills free speech and threatens the livelihoods of thousands of working Americans.
    Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Barring an injury-recovery miracle, Dalton is going to start this game as Young rests his problematic ankle.
    Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Instead, that power rests exclusively with Congress, the brief said.
    Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The Fet-Fisk chef recommends cemetery wine strolls and late nights at the Squirrel Cage.
    Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Kwan’s ex-fiancée, Molly (Dianne Doan), who developed amnesia after a car accident several years prior, strolls into Grey Sloan and the two attempt a relationship again … until Kwan learns that Molly’s using him in hopes of getting her memories back.
    Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Who else pokes holes in this claim?
    U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Later in the episode, Kelce's cohost and brother, Jason Kelce, pokes fun at Lively's athleticism in a storyline that sees Bridget attend a soccer camp.
    Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025

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