choke

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Opening the Strait of Hormuz, the geographic choke point through which 20% of the world's oil export travels, is a "simple military manoeuvre", but for now only Iranian-approved ships are transiting the waters.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Iranian officials have vowed to keep the pressure on shipping through the strategic choke point, warning that the conflict could escalate if attacks on the country continue.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Khamenei indicated that Tehran would maintain its blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a key choke point through which 20% of the world’s oil supply is shipped.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

Navy as controller of the world’s vital energy choke point.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

The lump and the ache grew larger, fought her attempts to swallow them down, choke them back.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby