strait
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Iran had already taken steps to restrict access to the strait in recent weeks, disrupting maritime traffic and raising global economic concerns.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
About half of the global supply of urea—a nitrogen-based fertilizer—and almost a third of the ammonia supply typically flow through the strait, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
The meeting will continue the UK government's efforts to restore freedom of navigation in the strait, which provides shipping routes for oil and gas.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
The talks, which stretched across multiple sessions, were aimed at securing at least a temporary ceasefire and reopening safe passage through the strait.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
Kabuo left his radio on; he wanted to hear about it if a freighter came down the strait and put in a call to the lighthouse.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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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