as in nautical
of or relating to navigation of the sea
the folly of trying to sail with outdated navigational maps
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Recent Examples of navigational
Kim separately supervised the navigational manoeuvrability of one of its two modern navy destroyers being tested for deployment, KCNA said.
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Jack Kim, USA Today, 8 May 2026
For example, for aircraft headed across the Atlantic that encounter GNSS interference near the Black Sea, Hay said air traffic control would make sure the vehicles are spaced a greater distance apart for safety in case navigational reliability were to be comprised.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Artificial light at night affects birds’ circadian rhythm (and that of humans), as well as the animals’ navigational sense.
—K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 24 Apr. 2026
Arab women created several firsts in education and precision navigational tools.
—Doris Bittar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
The lighthouse at the edge of Key Biscayne remains in working condition, but is no longer a navigational guide.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
The statue is illuminated at night, doubling as a navigational aid for sailors.
—Tamara Hinson, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
Beyond the navigational challenges for vessels and aircraft in the region, interference with satellite navigation systems could also hamper the responses of emergency services which rely on navigation aids, Dyer said, in a call with CNBC.
—Matthew Chin, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
These operations are intended to assert navigational rights and challenge Chinese claims viewed as excessive, rather than to initiate hostilities.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 25 Mar. 2026
Jack Kim, USA Today, 8 May 2026
For example, for aircraft headed across the Atlantic that encounter GNSS interference near the Black Sea, Hay said air traffic control would make sure the vehicles are spaced a greater distance apart for safety in case navigational reliability were to be comprised.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Artificial light at night affects birds’ circadian rhythm (and that of humans), as well as the animals’ navigational sense.
—K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 24 Apr. 2026
Arab women created several firsts in education and precision navigational tools.
—Doris Bittar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
The lighthouse at the edge of Key Biscayne remains in working condition, but is no longer a navigational guide.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
The statue is illuminated at night, doubling as a navigational aid for sailors.
—Tamara Hinson, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
Beyond the navigational challenges for vessels and aircraft in the region, interference with satellite navigation systems could also hamper the responses of emergency services which rely on navigation aids, Dyer said, in a call with CNBC.
—Matthew Chin, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
These operations are intended to assert navigational rights and challenge Chinese claims viewed as excessive, rather than to initiate hostilities.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for navigational
Adjective
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Founded in 1968, West Marine began with founder Randy Repass selling nautical ropes by mail from his Sunnyvale, California garage.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
18 May 2026
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With custom millwork, antique furniture, and classic nods to its nautical setting throughout, my whole family was so happy to be staying there.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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It was moved a day later to a naval base on the mainland for inspection and the explosives were later destroyed, according to Greece’s public broadcaster, ERT.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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For the first time, officials confirmed that the large warship will use nuclear power and act as a heavily armed command ship for future naval operations.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Sharks play an essential role in balancing ocean ecosystems; their presence signals a healthy marine environment.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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The small fish, also known as remoras, are known for attaching themselves to larger marine animals — including whales and sharks — for protection, free transportation and food.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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“Navigational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/navigational. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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