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air cover

American

noun

the use of aircraft to protect ground or naval military operations.
the protection given by such aircraft.

air cover British

noun

Also called: air support.
1. the use of aircraft to provide aerial protection for ground forces against enemy air attack
2. the aircraft used in this

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“The press release just looks like they’re providing air cover for the company without directing real fixes or systematic changes.”

From Salon ● Sep. 1, 2026

Kharg Island, just 16 miles from the mainland, would require robust air defenses, likely including interceptor-equipped destroyers or sustained air cover.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 27, 2026

“It feels like what they are saying may simply be air cover as they are trying to get this deal through regulation,” he said.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 7, 2026

Western nations seeking to secure the route for maritime traffic could consider frigate patrols or escorts for a particular ship -- possibly with extra air cover.

From Barron's ● Mar. 6, 2026

Our planes can't give air cover 'cause of the mist, snow, hail, gales.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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