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jet

Pronunciation: [/ˈd͡ʒɛt/]

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Learn how to use jet in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “aircraft”

(noun) a type of aircraft powered by jet engines. It flies really fast and has a sleek design.

Example

The jet took off smoothly and quickly reached its cruising altitude.

Example

The propeller plane is much slower than a jet.

Example

Have you ever flown on a jet before?

Context: “move quickly”

(verb) to move very fast in a stream or narrow column. It's like when water or air moves swiftly or when something quickly shoots out.

Example

The water jetted out of the hose with great force.

Example

The car engine sputtered and failed to jet forward.

Example

Why did the ball jet out of your hands so quickly?

How to pronounce jet

Pronunciation: [/ˈd͡ʒɛt/]

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