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Leeuwarden
Leeuwin, Cape
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leeway
lee·way [ l wày ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. latitude for variation: the permissible margin for variation or deviation from something
2. deviation from course: the sideways movement of a ship or aircraft from its course, caused by strong winds
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