the Middle East
noun
: the countries of northern Africa and southwestern Asia that are on or near the eastern edge of the Mediterranean Sea : the Near East
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Additional reports that Steve Witkoff, Trump's envoy to the Middle East, will visit Moscow again to meet with Putin have also led many to question Kellogg's continued role in the peace negotiations.
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Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
In doing so, Tehran also ensures that much of the cost of its malign activities throughout the Middle East are paid for by Iraqis, not by Iranians.
—Michael Knights, Foreign Affairs, 11 Mar. 2025
Burns said she was influenced by a work experience in the Middle East, where those from many countries were strongly encouraged to share their thoughts while working toward a common goal.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2025
Ghanaian gold mines, property in Costa Rica: What was the money for?
Gold mines in Ghana and Alaska, real estate deals in Southern California, Costa Rica and the Middle East.
—Michael Loria, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
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Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
In doing so, Tehran also ensures that much of the cost of its malign activities throughout the Middle East are paid for by Iraqis, not by Iranians.
—Michael Knights, Foreign Affairs, 11 Mar. 2025
Burns said she was influenced by a work experience in the Middle East, where those from many countries were strongly encouraged to share their thoughts while working toward a common goal.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2025
Ghanaian gold mines, property in Costa Rica: What was the money for?
Gold mines in Ghana and Alaska, real estate deals in Southern California, Costa Rica and the Middle East.
—Michael Loria, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the Middle East
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“The Middle East.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Middle%20East. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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