fossil fuels

NOUN

fuel derived from prehistoric organisms

Synonyms

WEAK

hydrocarbon deposit nonrenewable energy nonrenewable fuel source

Example Sentences

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Its Prime Minister Feleti Teo has made clear that he believes "opening, subsidising and exporting fossil fuels is immoral and unacceptable".

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Exxon prides itself on its ability to find and extract fossil fuels hidden deep in the earth’s crevices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Professor Bradshaw says this level of population growth is only possible because societies have relied heavily on fossil fuels and consumed natural resources faster than Earth can replenish them.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

As well as pricing issues, some commentators believe China wants to avoid over-dependence on Russian fossil fuels.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

No fossil fuels or added fertilizer or chemicals needed.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan