barrel

Example Sentences

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As fallout from the Iran war rocketed global oil prices above $100 a barrel in recent weeks, jet fuel has risen even higher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

UBS also forecast Brent crude to fall to $80 a barrel in the fourth quarter.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Brent crude for June delivery was up 2.2% at $96.86 a barrel in early European trade, while WTI futures for May gained 3.3% to $97.51 a barrel after posting the biggest one-day drop since 2020.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The cease-fire means that oil is unlikely to hit $125 per barrel, which should help the U.S. avoid a broadening out of the drag on demand upmarket.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Kane and his men traded needles, barrel staves, and buttons for four sled dogs and fresh walrus meat.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock