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What to know about the Iran war after Trump announces blockade for Strait of Hormuz
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高晢維 posted on 2026/04/13Curious about the tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and President Trump's blockade announcement? This video dives into the complex world of US-Iran talks, oil prices, and tense diplomacy, giving you a fantastic chance to boost your advanced vocabulary and understanding of international affairs!
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US /ˌsɪtʃuˈeʃən/
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UK /ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Place, position or area that something is in
- An unexpected problem or difficulty
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US /ˈfrædʒəl, -ˌaɪl/
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UK /'frædʒaɪl/
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- Easily affected, broken, or harmed
- Weak or delicate; easily damaged in health
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US /sɜ:rdʒ/
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UK /sɜ:dʒ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Sudden movement in one direction by many
- Sudden or unexpected increase in amount
- Intransitive Verb
- To move unexpectedly and quickly in one direction
- To rise to an unexpected height
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US /ˈpɑrləmənt/
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UK /ˈpɑ:ləmənt/
- Noun
- Elected officials who govern a country (in the UK)
- Period when the Uk government is in session
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