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standoff missile

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noun

  1. a missile capable of striking a distant target after launch by an aircraft outside the range of missile defences

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To quickly respond to possible attacks, Japan will also deploy several standoff missile units at undisclosed locations.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 16, 2022

Several standoff missile units are underway at undisclosed locations.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 16, 2022

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