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It is aimed at putting pressure on Tehran by targeting two of the country's major money sources: oil revenue and the significant tolls Iran demanded from ships for passage through the critical waterway.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Jefferson used his political power as president to make the government a major player in encouraging smallpox vaccination around the country.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
The Paramount-Warner merger is a major topic at this year’s convention.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
A potential United-American merger would control 40% of U.S. domestic capacity, facing major antitrust risks.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
We’re only in eighth grade, but everyone knows she’s already picked out her first three college choices, her probable major and potential minor and the focus of her eventual graduate studies.
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
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Tier 2 Words for the SBAC ELA Items
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The Vocabulary of College
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade 11)
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