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diesel

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


NOUN
locomotive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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Thailand’s consumer prices likely rose in April after a year of declines, reflecting higher domestic energy costs following the removal of a diesel price cap in late March, DBS said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

In March, the CMA announced it would "step up" monitoring of petrol and diesel prices after the Middle East conflict caused wholesale prices to spike.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The Tesla semi truck offers 40% to 70% fuel cost savings over diesel, benefiting from higher oil prices.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

It is also working to reduce the use of diesel generators, increase recycling and cut back on food waste at key sites.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

It stank of diesel and the same charred metal scent that had clung to his boy’s father’s new clothing.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker




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