petrol
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About 20% of the world's oil trade, the raw ingredient for producing both petrol and diesel, has been halted by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
In Northern Ireland, the average price of petrol is 154p per litre while diesel costs 188.1p, according to the Consumer Council.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
She drives to work as an assistant buildings manager five days a week, so is also contending with higher petrol prices caused by the war.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
There is a strong likelihood of the Indian government lifting petrol and diesel prices after state elections end on April 29, the analyst says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
The jerricans smelled of petrol, and I saw packs of batteries, bottles of oil, and cans of tomato purée in one box.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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