strait
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The strait is a critical waterway through which one-fifth of the world’s oil is typically transported.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
Harrasi said the country remained committed to the free flow of commerce and energy through the strait.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Nine days later, Islam tried again as Iran said the strait would be "completely open" for all commercial vessels in line with the ceasefire.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Before the conflict, about one-third of the world’s fertilizer trade moved through the strait.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
I was subject to the dictates of my mind, which gave me the maneuverability of a strait jacket.
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
Vocabulary lists containing strait
Physical Geography - Introductory
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Physical Geography - Middle School
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Physical Geography - High School
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