oil

Example Sentences

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Yesterday, events could have led to $200 a barrel for oil and all the other knock on effects as soon as this week.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The fact that Delta has its own oil refinery also helped, as it helped reduce fuel costs by more than 2% per gallon.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Past experience shows that the aviation industry will respond to higher oil prices by raising ticket prices, he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Plus, the oil market will stay tight for now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The wick had long since burned away, and all that remained of the oil was a faint greyish stain.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver