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
Capt. Fanell added: “From a tactical perspective, these operations do in fact provide the PRC and PLA critical information about U.S. and allied combined operations, especially in the maritime environment.”
From Washington Times ● Aug. 17, 2022
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
Just as he had fallen into an easy, working rhythm with Anse back in the army—so that on occasion their thoughts and actions matched without the need for speech—now they combined operations in the corrals.
From Rebel Spurs by Norton, Andre
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