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Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says she has warned Israel not to annex parts of the West Bank in retaliation for the UK's recognition of Palestinian statehood

means that a person or property is being kept captive or confined until a sum of money (the ransom) is paid for their release. The kidnappers held the wealthy businessman to ransom, demanding a huge sum of money for his safe return."

An outage is a sudden interruption in a service. An internet outage means you'll have to wait to watch your favorite show online. You may experience a power outage during a hurricane or snowstorm, when you can't flip on the lights or use the microvawe.

Ransomware is a type of malware that infects a computer or network, locks users out of their data, or encrypts their files, and then demands a ransom, usually in cryptocurrency, for the decryption key or to prevent the data from being leaked

Am I entitled to the reimbursement? the action of repaying a person who has spent or lost money. "reimbursement of everyday medical costs" a sum paid to cover money that has been spent or lost.

if you have the means I highly recommend it

My shoelaces are untied". Other natural options include "My shoelace is loose" or, more directly, "You need to tie your shoelaces".

Cholula heads off cold

It's just a bit outdated which seems to be customary for the entire area.

We had just come from Springdale, Utah which had a more updated feel to the whole town.

. To make matters worse, the sound insulation is extremely poor. We could hear every noise from adjacent rooms and the hallways.

The bathroom was also a letdown, featuring an old-fashioned bathtub

no staff seemed to be present to enforce the rules or ensure guests could have a quiet night.

Excellent option for those who want to explore the nature of national parks without the ruggedness and inconvenience of camping. I

outward behavior or bearing. "a quiet, somber demeanor" The staff are clearly overworked, which comes through in their cranky demeanour

American Indians understand the resources of this land. Their knowledge provided them with water, sustenance, and shelter.

The location of springs, seeps, and temporary pools was life-giving information passed across generations

native people moved with the season: hunting, tending gardens

A single pinyon jay can stash as many as 20,000 nuts in a season with only a handful of nuts in each cache!

A single pinyon jay can stash as many as 20,000 nuts in a season with only a handful of nuts in each cache!

European American pioneers came later-harvesting timber, growing crops, and pasturing livestock.

The water formed steep gullies and the entire cliff face started to weather away.

(of a broadcast) interrupt or replace (a scheduled program). "the violence preempted regular programming" Recent broadcasts of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" have been preempted by a number of ABC affiliate stations across the country,

The mountain goat found its footing on a narrow ledge hundreds of feet above the valley.

"You make your Opry debut and your mom, dad and grandma come in town and it's this linchpin of your whole career,

the parks offers hikes as staffing allows

Just keep in mind that Goblin Valley will be super hot in the dead of summer

high clearance route is an unpaved, rough, or technical road that requires a vehicle with significant ground clearance to avoid damaging its undercarriage, such as the oil pan, differential, or frame.

When entering the freeway, you must yield to the cars already traveling on the main road".

The red car was pulling out ready to overtake"

The crash forced the closure of the area near the intersection for a hours Wednesday night.

On long trips, a driver might pull over in a safe area to rest and avoid fatigue.

Crank the car / Fire up the engine

Kill the engine

tap water

Pacing yourself means intentionally managing your energy and effort over time to avoid exhaustion and successfully complete your goal.

The wildlife manager decided to cull the herd of deer to prevent overpopulation and starvation in the winter.

Choosing between bad alternatives: Do you want to work late or come in early? Pick your poison". A voluntary (though possibly unhealthy) choice of preference: There are so many desserts to choose from, what's your poison

"it's the first time they've snagged the star for a photo"we snagged vaccines and hit the road

demand or specify (a requirement), typically as part of a bargain or agreement. "he stipulated certain conditions before their marriage"

(UD) is a winning criterion in several full-contact combat sports, such as boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, mixed martial arts and other sports involving striking and submission in which all three judges agree on which fighter won the match

can I have some change, can you break the banknote

The attendant, who requested anonymity, said he remained on duty as an essential worker, while others have been furloughed.

Now, the scientific establishment is reeling from the loss of a great scientist.

prevent (someone) from accomplishing something. "he never did anything to thwart his father" oppose (a plan, attempt, or ambition) successfully. "the government had been able to thwart all attempts by opposition leaders to form new parties"