Smith reported apparent unrecoverable loss of engine power whilst circling to reconnoitre an unfamiliar landing site.
en.wikipedia.org In medival times their duties were to reconnoitre, to carry intelligence, to harass stragglers, to act as spies, to intercept convoys, and to pursue fugitives.
en.wikipedia.org Besides, there were also lookouts, drivers of getaway vehicles and several accomplices who helped reconnoitre the company before the robbery.
www.thehindu.com Then after crawling forward with a sergeant to reconnoitre, he returned, attacked again, and seized another 120 yards of trench to establish communication with the battalion on his left.
en.wikipedia.org We then sent spies down the river to reconnoitre, who sent word by a runner that several boats were coming up filled with men.
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