exhaust

Example Sentences

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The risks of war were always said to be too high, it was never a good time, and there was always another diplomatic option to exhaust.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

MV Glen Sannox, which sails to Arran from Troon, developed a problem with a flexible coupling in its exhaust system early on Thursday.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

There was a car exhaust catalyst that could cut the smog, a device perfected by French engineer Eugene Houdry, and Roybal believed L.A. should try it.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Diesel exhaust contains nitrogen oxides and particulate matter, pollutants linked to smog, respiratory disease, and climate impacts.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

Perhaps agreeing with the woman would make her exhaust herself quicker and shut her mouth.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie