supply ship

Frequency: 5.02.5 per million words

A ship that delivers supplies to another ship or a remote place.

shipADJECTIVE + NOUN

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supply

Examples (10)

  • The supply ship arrived with much-needed provisions.
  • Naval forces rely on a fleet of supply ships to maintain operations.
  • A dedicated supply ship was dispatched to the remote research station.
  • The mission's success depended on the timely arrival of the supply ship.
  • They watched as the supply ship docked, unloading essential goods.
  • The coast guard escorted the supply ship through treacherous waters.
  • Without the supply ship, the island community would face severe shortages.
  • The captain of the supply ship coordinated the transfer of cargo.
  • A military operation often includes specialized supply ships.
  • The pirates attempted to intercept the valuable supply ship.