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EMBARGOES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Embargoes.

Embargoes - as a noun

An order by the government prohibiting ships from leaving port.

A ban on trade with another country.

A temporary ban on making certain information public.

Example: "This copy of the federal budget is under embargo until 2 p.m."

Embargoes - as a verb

To impose an embargo on trading certain goods with another country.

To impose an embargo on a document.

Example Sentences

"The United Nations imposed economic embargoes on several countries due to their human rights violations."
"The embargoes on imported goods have significantly impacted the local economy."
"Many activists have called for embargoes on countries that continue to engage in illegal arms trade."
"The government's decision to lift embargoes on certain products has sparked controversy."
"Trade embargoes often serve as a form of political leverage against other nations."
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Word Game Points

Is EMBARGOES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, embargoes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EMBARGOES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is EMBARGOES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, embargoes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EMBARGOES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is EMBARGOES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, embargoes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EMBARGOES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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