as in energy
something with a usable capacity for doing work
such nonrenewable fuels as coal, petroleum, and natural gas
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Recent Examples of fuel
Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
There, farmers like Hann don't have to cover the trucking and fuel costs of transporting trees multiple hours south.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
Alia Shoaib, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Chinese government has attempted to stem the bond rally, fueled by pessimism about its economy and a lack of attractive investment options.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 9 Dec. 2024
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The automaton is a direct reference to Bugatti’s W16 engine block and includes other hypercar details, such as a power reserve shaped like a fuel gauge, a tourbillon carriage in the form of a radiator, and a structure like exhaust pipes.
—Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
There, farmers like Hann don't have to cover the trucking and fuel costs of transporting trees multiple hours south.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
In the note, Morgan Stanley analyst David Adams took an opposing view to the current bullishness surrounding the dollar, which is being fueled by growth in the American economy and the promise of new tariffs under President-elect 's administration.
—Alia Shoaib, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Chinese government has attempted to stem the bond rally, fueled by pessimism about its economy and a lack of attractive investment options.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 9 Dec. 2024
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The distillery is partially powered by solar energy, and water is recycled for irrigation.Rachel King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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At a later meeting, Roland Lescure, the industry and energy minister, raised his hand.Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
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The distillery is partially powered by solar energy, and water is recycled for irrigation.Rachel King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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But the fact that its most high-profile phones are still powered by Qualcomm chipsets is an indication of what an incredibly specialized field this is.Andrew Williams, WIRED, 7 Dec. 2024
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Read the full Scorpio Daily Horoscope This horoscope was generated automatically using information from Sanctuary.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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Using electrical stimulation to generate electro-passageways through the skin, the K-beauty device with customized LED lights increases skin’s permeability by around 490%.Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
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Detectives said the footage shows the gunman had experience firing weapons.Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
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She was fired from her position as Republican deputy registrar for the City of Norwalk after being charged with murder.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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The Noble Fir & Amber scent is meant to be grounding yet energizing, and remind you of nature’s majesty, according to the brand.Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The movie is energized by the emotional implications of the gap between her unflagging devotion to music and, essentially, music’s abandonment of her—the loss of many of the best qualities of her voice.Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
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Even though some companies are pushing their teams to return to the office, remote work is here to stay.Mina Elias, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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The dollar pushed higher again on Monday in what is shaping up to be a critical week for the prospect of U.S. rate cuts, while drawing verbal support from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.Wayne Cole, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Fuel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuel. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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