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diesel

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


NOUN
locomotive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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Australia is the biggest supplier of liquefied natural gas to Japan, which in turn is a source for about seven percent of Australia's diesel.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

South Korea has virtually suspended jet fuel shipments and cut back exports of gasoline and diesel.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

De Haan said national average gasoline prices have risen 40 cents a gallon in the past week, to nearly $4.45 a gallon, while diesel is up to an average of $5.62 a gallon.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

The CMA also said there were significant local variations in price, with potential savings of up to £9 per tank of petrol and diesel if drivers shop around.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The hot metal of the trucks, the reek of diesel fumes, the smoke from the drivers’ cigarettes, all mingle in the thick air.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell




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