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coal oil

[kohl oil] / ˈkoʊl ˌɔɪl /


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Whether that acceleration continues will depend heavily on future carbon dioxide emissions from coal, oil, and natural gas.

From Science Daily Aug. 1, 2026

"Until humanity stops burning colossal amounts of coal, oil and gas, extreme heat will keep getting worse," he added.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

As humans burn coal, oil and gas and cut down forests, carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases are released into the atmosphere.

From BBC Jun. 30, 2025

Scientists have found air pollution from coal, oil and gas combustion kills millions of people around the world every year, in large part by exacerbating heart disease.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 16, 2025

Customers could find food staples, a good variety of colored thread, mash for hogs, corn for chickens, coal oil for lamps, light bulbs for the wealthy, shoestrings, hair dressing, balloons, and flower seeds.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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