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For Europe-originating intercontinental connecting traffic, flights via Istanbul have a detour factor of less than 13% compared with direct point-to-point flights.
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Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
The fast-tracking is part of a modernization effort for the B-21 that also encompasses the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile and the F-47 next-generation combat aircraft.
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David Szondy
june 15,
New Atlas,
15 June 2026
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung told reporters Monday that North Korea is producing enough nuclear ingredients annually for about 10-20 bombs and is close to perfecting intercontinental ballistic missile technology.
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Hyung-Jin Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Hussein spearheaded that push by scoring in five of his team’s 10 qualifying matches, including the game-winner against Bolivia in the intercontinental playoff final.
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Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
2 June 2026
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Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
The fast-tracking is part of a modernization effort for the B-21 that also encompasses the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile and the F-47 next-generation combat aircraft.
—
David Szondy
june 15,
New Atlas,
15 June 2026
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung told reporters Monday that North Korea is producing enough nuclear ingredients annually for about 10-20 bombs and is close to perfecting intercontinental ballistic missile technology.
—
Hyung-Jin Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Hussein spearheaded that push by scoring in five of his team’s 10 qualifying matches, including the game-winner against Bolivia in the intercontinental playoff final.
—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intercontinental
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On the other side of the country, waves of Chinese migrants arrived in San Francisco starting in the 19th century, drawn by the Gold Rush and transcontinental railroad construction.
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The pending Norfolk Southern acquisition, which would create a 50,000-mile transcontinental network, involves $20 billion in cash plus the issuance of 225 million shares, pending regulatory approval.
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All three games of series were sellouts — a testament to the fandom of the two-time defending World Series champions and the team’s international baseball star, Ohtani.
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Their Dingač gained international recognition after scoring 99 out of 100 points from Wine Enthusiast.
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“Intercontinental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intercontinental. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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