takeoffs

plural of takeoff
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as in launches
a rising from a surface at the start of a flight (as of a rocket) make sure your tray table is safely put away during takeoff

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Recent Examples of takeoffs The plane has had at least three problem takeoffs in the past two years -- two of them out of Miami. Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2026 The hybrid design pairs a stretchy, breathable upper with springy cushioning designed for explosive takeoffs. Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2026 Over time, the stress of takeoffs and landings can lead to cracking near door corners. Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Designed for short fields Unlike conventional regional aircraft, the EL9 relies on hybrid-electric propulsion and blown-lift technology to achieve extremely short takeoffs and landings. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026 The aircraft will offer a new Autobrake system, too, increasing safety and comfort during takeoffs and landings. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 July 2026 These airfield signs are used by pilots to confirm the plane is lined up with the appropriate runway during takeoffs and landings. Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026 Residents, teachers, and students experience frequent noise disruption from takeoffs, landings, and taxiing operations. Janet Handal, New York Daily News, 13 July 2026 The engine mounts were closely inspected following the November crash, and going forward the spherical bearings will be replaced regularly, after every 4,000 cycles of takeoffs and landings. ABC News, 1 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for takeoffs
Noun
  • With the rising number of launches, the orbit is slowly turning into a junkyard.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Over a longer time horizon, however, Apple shares pick up steam, posting gains 60 days after 17 of 24 product launches.
    Tobias Burns, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • His high-water mark was without a doubt the United Way commercial, one of the best commercial parodies of the last 25 years.
    Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The show was a phenomenon that continues to inspire copycats and parodies; Hansen emerged as an icon for some, and a meme for others.
    David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • It's been a great couple of years for horror movies, which means that the time was right for the return of horror spoofs.
    K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The goofy sketch comedies and homemade spoofs that once filled his channel gradually disappeared, replaced by melancholy short films and bleak monologues.
    Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026

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“Takeoffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/takeoffs. Accessed 17 Sep. 2026.

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