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diesel

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


NOUN
locomotive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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How much more Americans spent on gasoline and diesel during the Iran war than the same period a year earlier.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“Log volumes, which make up 80% of bulk cargo, are likely to decline through the second half due to the impact of higher diesel prices,” analyst Andy Bowley says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

How much more Americans spent on gasoline and diesel during the Iran war than the same period a year earlier.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

All this supply crunch is occurring just as the U.S. travel season is due to begin this weekend — a seasonal phenomenon that is likely to boost demand for gasoline, diesel and jet fuel.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

The overlanders were mixed up with pickup trucks and vans jammed with people, and the road reeked of diesel smoke.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston




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