spark plug

Example Sentences

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The wind-down of those businesses, including aftermarket parts maker Cardone and spark plug manufacturer Autolite, comes in addition to the layoffs announced Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

First Brands said Monday it has started winding down Brake Parts, aftermarket parts maker Cardone and spark plug manufacturer Autolite.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

That caused a short-circuit and "arcing" - electric sparks like those in a spark plug - which resulted in a "catastrophic failure".

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025

The 5-foot-10, 165-pound Carroll isn’t just the Diamondbacks’ spark plug; he’s their best player.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 26, 2023

Edwin reached in his jacket pocket and pulled out a spark plug.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen