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firewood

[fahyuhr-wood] / ˈfaɪərˌwʊd /
NOUN
cordwood
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Men help with animal-drawn ploughs, handle livestock, and gather firewood for winter, when snow cuts the village off from the outside world for almost six months.

From Barron's Jul. 1, 2026

Despite the ongoing dangers he and his wife are trying their best to create a festive atmosphere, gathering firewood to bake cakes on their stove.

From Barron's Mar. 17, 2026

Warner recommends checking outdoor areas carefully before gardening or reaching into brush or firewood piles.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 13, 2026

As a result, they had to plan their grocery shopping in advance and ration their firewood.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 10, 2026

Nhamo dropped the firewood outside the cooking hut and braced herself.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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