stoke
Example Sentences
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The prospect of a new leader will stoke uncertainty over the economic direction of the country.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
One must wonder whether these flashy ads do more to stoke his base rather than convince the massive number of undecided voters frustrated with Bass to join his cause.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
At a time when the Iran conflict is already disrupting shipping and causing a ripple of economic impacts, investors should not ignore the potential for Somali pirates to stoke the flames of global disruptions.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
When he stepped inside the ropes on Thursday, McIlroy was finally able to lock in and stoke the competitive fire which has fuelled his outstanding career.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
She said nothing, but used her hands to modulate Mammachi’s fury, to stoke it anew.
From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy
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