kerosene

Example Sentences

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In the past, most rockets have relied on hydrogen or kerosene for fuel.

From New York Times

The country has no power for 7 1/2 hours a day, forcing children to study under homemade kerosene oil lamps, fishermen to limit fishing and shops and industries to limit production and business.

From Seattle Times

Food prices shot up in September, and people formed lines outside shops for basic items such as milk powder and kerosene.

From New York Times

In the mountains, he felt relaxed — even though home was an uninsulated mining shack with a kerosene lamp and a sleeping bag.

From Washington Post

Nearby a small boy, one of a dozen children crammed into the house, was trying to warm his hands over a single, battered kerosene heater.

From New York Times