isthmuses

noun

plural of isthmus
as in islands
a narrow geographic area that connects two larger geographic areas across a body of water the Isthmus of Panama

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islands
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  • The Philippines, known for its stunning beaches and thousands of incredible islands, is an outdoor lover’s paradise where visitors can go hiking, enjoy top-level surfing, and more.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2026
  • Lying at the mouth of the Gulf chokepoint, the islands — Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb — have been held by Iran since 1971, but are claimed by the UAE.
    — Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 21 July 2026
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