short-range
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of short-range
First recorded in 1865–70
Example Sentences
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The studies show that the exchange factor in these systems is linked to the strength of the particles' short-range interactions.
From Science Daily • May 9, 2026
Most are also only suitable for short-range defense, lacking the full capabilities of high-end missiles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Britain is sending short-range air defence systems to the Middle East to counter Iranian missile attacks, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
Despite its own claims, Iran has long been known to have short-range ballistic missiles - with a maximum range of 3,000km.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
Similarly, nearly forty years later, researchers discovered that the Soviets had moved short-range nuclear cruise missiles into striking distance of the US military base in Guantanamo Bay.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
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