as in ammunition
an object that is thrown, shot, or launched as a weapon
The protesters were arrested for throwing missiles at the police.
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Recent Examples of missile
Both Republicans and Democrats support updating America’s missile defenses.
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Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 6 June 2025
Aurélien Colson, from the same institute, told Newsweek that Putin's response will be primarily military, but his options are limited to missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
The Russian missile attack on Ukraine comes days after Ukraine’s security service launched a series of daring, large-scale drone attacks deep into Russia, striking airfields and hitting 41 Russian military aircrafts.
—Victoria Butenko, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
Russia ramped up its strikes on Ukrainian cities in May, with UN officials warning of record levels of drone and missile attacks.
—Mathias Hammer, semafor.com, 4 June 2025
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Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 6 June 2025
Aurélien Colson, from the same institute, told Newsweek that Putin's response will be primarily military, but his options are limited to missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
The Russian missile attack on Ukraine comes days after Ukraine’s security service launched a series of daring, large-scale drone attacks deep into Russia, striking airfields and hitting 41 Russian military aircrafts.
—Victoria Butenko, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
Russia ramped up its strikes on Ukrainian cities in May, with UN officials warning of record levels of drone and missile attacks.
—Mathias Hammer, semafor.com, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for missile
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The majority also overturned William’s convictions for possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition, saying the convictions amounted to violation of the Constitution’s double jeopardy prohibition because he was effectively charged twice for the same crime.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2025
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Spurred on by their own security concerns, European allies and Canada have already been ramping up military spending, including arms and ammunition purchases, since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.—
Lorne Cook,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Alyssa Thulin had the lone shot on goal for the Celtics.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
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As usual, the three-time major champion faced several challenging situations during the tournament, including a moment when Spieth hit a shot just over the heads of several spectators.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Those who accept the offer will receive a 30 minute tour of the site which still features bullet holes from the mass shooting, Fox 35 Orlando reported.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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This ammunition is designed to travel more slowly than bullets and cause pain without penetrating the body, but still can cause serious injury and death.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
11 June 2025
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The Stars eked out a seven-game win against the Colorado Avalanche to advance out of the first round, then took down the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Winnipeg Jets in six games in Round 2 before falling to the Oilers for a second-straight year.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Nadal improves to 38-1 at Roland Garros, with the only loss to Soderling in the fourth round a year ago. 2011 — The Bowl Championship Series strips USC of its 2004 title, leaving that season without a BCS champion.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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As the projectile made impact, her group heard a noise similar to a jet engine, then a large explosion followed by a smaller one.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
13 June 2025
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The raids sparked widespread anti-ICE demonstrations across the city and while most have been peaceful, some have devolved into violence, with protesters throwing water bottles, Molotov cocktails, cement and other projectiles at law enforcement officials.—
Sonam Sheth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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The $50 Oasis is her take on the WNBA’s official basketball, while Envision ($28) is Clark’s version of Wilson’s outdoor ball.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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Times reporters witnessed federal agents lobbing multiple rounds of flash-bangs and pepper balls at protesters.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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“Missile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/missile. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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