launch
verb (used with object)
to set (a boat or ship) in the water.
has launched
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present perfectof launch (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Turkey's culture and tourism ministry has launched restoration work in the region to help preserve the fragile rock formations from climate-related damage, natural erosion and human activity.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
Starlink has launched roughly 13,000 of its satellites, according to the company.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026
The regional government has launched an emergency action plan, it said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
Since then, he has launched other products offering exposure to the ongoing data-center buildout.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 24, 2026
“You’ll notice neither side has launched nuclear weapons. We’re working it out the old-fashioned way. Over here, Soldier Everdeen.”
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
