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Updated June 2026
A country in the Middle East on the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by Iraq and Saudi Arabia, known for its substantial oil reserves. Kuwait is a constitutional emirate with a rich history in maritime trade.
“Kuwait plays a significant role in global oil markets and Middle Eastern affairs.”
/kjuːˈweɪt/
ku·wait
Proper noun with vowels U, A, and I; K at start with -AIT ending.
Worth 11 points; the K and W provide good scoring potential.
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