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►Mideast clashes spark fears Iran may block vital Strait of Hormuz trade route
-- Front Page Talking Points Archive
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This week's word in the news: ARID
DEFINITION:
Being without moisture; extremely dry; parched.
FOUND IN THE NEWS:
The unpredictability of illegal fireworks make them dangerous in the arid desert climate, said Riddle, who is also bureau commander of Metro’s Northeast Area Command.
►The Las Vegas Review-Journal -- 06/30/2025
