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diesel

[dee-zuhl, -suhl] / ˈdi zəl, -səl /
NOUN
diesel engine
Synonyms


NOUN
locomotive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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Williams said that the outlook for diesel was "more positive" as the wholesale price has reduced significantly since it peaked in early April.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Diesel prices have more than doubled since the war broke out, so Nigerian households have an incentive to scrap their diesel generators.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Meanwhile, the diesel fuel that powers the trucks hauling car parts — plus all sorts of consumer goods and produce — is $5.65 a gallon, up from $3.53 a year ago.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

It also might emerge in visible diesel shortages or from renewed attacks on Persian Gulf infrastructure.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

“How about a couple diesel engines, a ton of fresh water, and some green vegetables?”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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