passages
Example Sentences
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These two passages, which lock access to the Gulf and to the Red Sea, are among the dozen or so straits considered vital to international trade.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
This well-known section lists the Greek forces preparing for the Trojan War and is considered one of the best-known passages in Western literature.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
Maritime intelligence company Windward said that transits through the strait stood at 40 on Friday, including 12 inbound passages.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 26, 2026
It has removed many frustrating passages of play and cut the need for a VAR review on some disallowed goals.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
In some passages I had the strong feeling that the writer was directing her disapproval at me, which is why I finally want to bare my soul to you and defend myself against this attack.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
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