liftoffs

plural of liftoff
as in launches
a rising from a surface at the start of a flight (as of a rocket) everyone was quiet in the control room as they waited for lift-off

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Noun
  • The most recent 100 launches were accomplished in one year and 10 months.
    Mike Wall, Space.com, 17 Oct. 2025
  • This coaster is wild mayhem, with two commanding launches that send you inverting and free-spinning into total bliss.
    Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Charlotte Douglas is the sixth-busiest airport in the world for takeoffs and landings.
    Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2025
  • When a shortage of air traffic controllers occurs, the FAA reduces the number of takeoffs and landings to ensure on-duty air traffic controllers are not overwhelmed by flight volume.
    Annabella Rosciglione, The Washington Examiner, 7 Oct. 2025
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