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missile

Pronunciation: [ˈmɪsəl]

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

Context: “military”

(noun) a weapon that is launched to hit a target. Missiles can be used in wars and can travel very fast towards their target. They can carry explosives and can be shot from planes, ships, or ground bases. Think of them like a big arrow that goes really, really fast.

Example

The army successfully launched a missile during the training exercise.

Example

The missile did not hit its target and fell harmlessly into the ocean.

Example

What type of missile was used in the last military operation?

Context: “sports”

(noun) a type of ball or object that is thrown or propelled, used especially in games like basketball or football. It’s a way to score points by sending the ball towards a goal or basket.

Example

She threw the missile across the field with great strength.

Example

The player missed the missile and it went out of bounds.

Example

Did you see how far he threw the missile?

How to pronounce missile

Pronunciation: [ˈmɪsəl]

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