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Strait
01
a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water, often linking two seas or an inlet with a larger expanse of water
Examples
The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital passage for oil tankers, connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman.
02
a difficult situation
Examples
The family found themselves in dire financial straits.
He navigated the legal straits with careful advice from his lawyer.
strait
01
narrow in width
Examples
The hikers passed through a strait mountain pass.
The path became strait between the two cliffs.
