flotilla

as in convoy
a group of small ships a colorful flotilla of boats

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Recent Examples of flotilla During the Chinese naval voyage, an Australian military official told local media that the Chinese flotilla likely deployed with a nuclear-powered submarine. David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025 The Chinese flotilla held a war game off the east coast of Australia in late February, which prompted airlines to divert flights. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025 During the unprecedented China's naval circumnavigation of Australia, which took place from mid-February to early March, it was reported that the flotilla, consisting of a destroyer, a frigate, and a replenishment ship, likely deployed with a nuclear-powered submarine. Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025 In the relatively calm, turquoise seas of the Ionian Sea, flotilla yacht charters are great for family and friends seeking easygoing sailing between islands, including Corfu, Lefkas, and Paxos. Helen Iatrou, AFAR Media, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flotilla
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Noun
  • Lynch allowed one run in 2 ⅔ innings, but the convoy of relief arms faltered down the stretch.
    Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
  • When local security teams, backed by Hamas, arrived to secure the convoy, Hamas’ Government Media Office said multiple Israeli strikes targeted the site, killing six.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
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  • Estonia said that a Russian military jet violated its airspace on May 13 after the Estonian Navy tried to stop the tanker Jaguar, believed to be in Moscow's shadow fleet that circumvents oil sanctions.
    Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
  • Improving idling times across the fleet during loading and unloading through technological advancements and educational efforts among our drivers.
    Gary Occhiogrosso, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • Walker will offer a keynote address at a wreath-laying ceremony before the parade.
    Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
  • Army will pay for any damage to city of DC in June 14 military parade.
    Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • Her Rome kit featured a color palette of navy and white with accents of red, while Berlin switched to white and green with accents of sky blue.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 May 2025
  • William complimented his wife’s nautical theme well with a navy suit, white shirt and striped tie.
    Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 26 May 2025
Noun
  • Thus, that Walter Cup is staying in St. Paul. Pre-party procession The Minnesota Frost walked with the Walter Cup from the Tria Rink at 400 Wabasha St. N. to the Xcel Energy Center, located at the corner of West Seventh Street and Kellogg Boulevard.
    Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 28 May 2025
  • Twice a year, this subtle procession aligns the setting sun perfectly with New York City's street grid, placing it right in the center of the concrete canyon, creating a spectacular photo opportunity.
    Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 May 2025
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  • The Chinese military is massing troops in Fujian Province and an armada offshore, just across the strait from Taiwan.
    MICHAEL BROWN, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Retired Marine Gerry Berry was a helicopter pilot aboard the armada of American ships off the coast.
    David Martin, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2025

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