combined operations
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of combined operations
First recorded in 1835–45
Example Sentences
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"Firefighters will carry out combined operations of clearing forest undergrowth and treating the edges of the fire in the dune area," a prefecture official said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
The Russian army, on the other hand, seems to do little training in combined operations.
From Salon ● Jan. 21, 2023
In previous years, some investors and management teams tended to favor sprawling conglomerates, touting the benefits of combined operations and teams.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 21, 2022
Despite their districts being far across the state from each other, the two combined operations and shared three staffers - an unusual arrangement.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 11, 2015
The initiative of combined operations by land and water was undertaken by the British instead of by the Americans.
From The War With the United States : A Chronicle of 1812 by H. H. (Hugh Hornby) Langton
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