passage

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A procedural step to advance the bill passed on Monday with wide bipartisan support, and the Senate is expected to vote on final passage of the bill in coming days.

From Barron's

“The key catalyst: oil prices retreated after news the U.S. will ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of a major global supply shock,” he added.

From Barron's

But it faces significant hurdles, and it is unclear how much its passage would alter the conflict.

From BBC

In the near-term, energy traders will be keeping a close eye on the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow maritime passage that transports roughly 20% of the world’s seaborne oil.

From Barron's

For a people nicknamed after a flightless bird, taking off overseas has somewhat ironically become a rite of passage for many New Zealanders.

From BBC