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furnace

[fur-nis] / ˈfɜr nɪs /


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Instead of working with a massive furnace, participants use small torches, making the process feel more approachable and easier to control.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Last week, the federal government said it "recognises the need for uninterrupted furnace operations" and is taking steps to manage supplies.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Maybe the furnace needs replacing, a medical bill arrives out of the blue, or an education expense catches you by surprise.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Its condition is woeful—as the young woman owner explains, the photo spent years on top of the furnace in the basement of the family home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Bert was in charge of the furnace, the garden and all the odd jobs.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford




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