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  • Isthmus, Strait, or Passage: Defining Narrow Land Connections
    A narrow passage through land can be called a few things, depending on the context:

    * Isthmus: This is the most common term for a narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses, typically with water on both sides.

    * Straits: This term is used for a narrow waterway that connects two larger bodies of water. While it's not directly "through" land, it's a passage between landmasses.

    * Passage: This is a general term that can be used for any narrow path or route, including those through land.

    * Gap: This is a more general term, but can be used to describe a narrow passage or opening in a mountain range or other landform.

    * Cove: A small, sheltered inlet or recess in a coastline can sometimes be considered a narrow passage, particularly if it allows access to a larger body of water.

    The specific term used will depend on the specific characteristics of the passage and the context in which it is being described.

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