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warning intelligence

Those intelligence activities intended to detect and report time-sensitive intelligence information on foreign developments that forewarn of hostile actions or intention against United States entities, partners, or interests.

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force projection

The ability to project the military instrument of national power from the United States or another theater, in response to requirements for military operations.

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heavy-lift cargo

Any single cargo lift, weighing over 5 long tons, and to be handled aboard ship.

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contamination avoidance

Individual and/or unit measures taken to reduce the effects of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear hazards.

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maritime terminal

A facility for berthing ships simultaneously at piers, quays, and/or working anchorages. Also known as a water terminal.

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