supersonic transports

noun

plural of supersonic transport
as in supersonics

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  1. jets
  2. tankers
  3. aircraft
  4. ships
  5. tractors
Noun
  • Facing China’s far larger military, which is adding advanced new weapons such as stealth-fighter jets, aircraft carriers and a huge array of missiles, Taiwan is ramping up defense spending and modernising its armed forces.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 10 Oct. 2026
  • The lower entry price put business jets within reach of a broader group of executives and entrepreneurs, while turning flying private from a capital acquisition into a service.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of jets
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  • There has been very limited demand to book tankers to load oil from ports in the Persian Gulf, a step that would need to happen for shipments from the export installations to happen, shipbrokers and tanker owners said Friday.
    — Alex Longley, Fortune, 20 June 2026
Definition of tankers
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  • The Florida National Guard, the State Emergency Operations Center, State Guard and AT&T Disaster Services are holding aircraft and equipment there, the airport said.
    — Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026
  • First developed in the 1950s, this aircraft has an enormous weapon payload capacity and intercontinental range.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of aircraft
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  • Attacks on ships transiting the strait have increased since Iran's proposal was rejected.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026
  • In recent years, Beijing has increased its military pressure on the island, sending warplanes and military ships near it almost daily.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of ships
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  • The show features displays of vintage tractors and engines along with tractor rides, wagon rides, exhibitors, food, live music and a daily parade.
    — Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
Definition of tractors
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