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“The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz is greatly damaging. The restoration of freedom of navigation is of paramount importance,” she said.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
On Monday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the continued closure of Hormuz is “greatly damaging” for Europe.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
"The real problem is the threat" of sudden closure of the Strait of Hormuz, he said, explaining that the uncertainty will drive up prices.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
The federal government provided $20.6 million in disaster relief funds for California fishing communities affected by the 2023 closure.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
The chuckling faded with the first telegrams from London: Baring Brothers & Co., the powerful London investment house, was on the verge of closure.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
Vocabulary lists containing closure
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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Common Core Grade 6, List 2
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