means
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The strait, whose name means Gate of Tears, leads to the Suez Canal and is one of the most important links for ships sailing between Asia and Europe.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
The policy means some siblings fall under different rules, with Lily, 13, saying to younger sister Ruby: "I think you feel a little bit jealous of me."
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Higher short interest means many have sold a stock short, so any business strength could force them to close their short positions by buying shares back.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
Meanwhile, the U.S.’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz probably means that the U.S. will “attempt to promote safe passage of vessels” by removing mines and providing naval escorts, according to Wizman.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026
“And I like knowing that pushing myself today means my next long run will be easier.”
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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