Example sentences for: downed

How can you use “downed” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • Most are illustrated with brutal photos of beached ships, downed trees, and shattered houses.

  • The NYT reports that ABC television has decided not to air Oliver Stone's prime-time special about the theoretical missile that downed TWA Flight 800.

  • The Air Force's Civil Air Patrol also gets money to help find downed planes and pilots.

  • Investigators cautioned that they had few clues to go on, but early speculation focused on: 1) the thrust reverser flaw that downed a similar plane in 1991; 2) recent threats of terrorist attacks against airlines; and 3) inconsistent regulation of foreign carriers' safety.

  • Later that year, the paper spread its legs for the theory that TWA Flight 800 was downed by foul play, based on the discovery of "PETN" residues in the wreckage.


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