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coal

[kohl] / koʊl /


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While less polluting than coal, gas plants are still significant sources of planet-warming emissions, and their operations, particularly upstream, also leak methane, the main component of natural gas and itself a powerful greenhouse gas.

From Barron's Aug. 7, 2026

“Liquidity risk has reduced after the quarter, but the balance sheet remains sensitive to met coal prices, operational disruption and working-capital absorption,” says Shaw.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

Greenhouse gases mainly come from burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

From Science Daily Jul. 28, 2026

Under the Coal Mining Subsidence Act 1991, the UK government has a duty to remedy coal mining subsidence damage.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

We have eggs, buttered toast, and a glass of milk each for dinner; there’s a small sack of coal in the corner, and magazine cuttings pinned all over the wall.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron

So he kicked it with his boot, exposing red-hot coals.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 11, 2026

Before, his customers were primarily pizzerias or grilled-meat restaurants, who cook over coals; now they are families.

From Barron's Feb. 11, 2026

My friend goes for Netflix’s original seasonal blockbuster, “Fireplace For Your Home,” which shows nothing but a burning wonder slowly fading to glowing coals and feathery ash.

From Salon Dec. 18, 2025

Why do you rake yourself over the coals for every last cent you have spent, and second-guess every move?

From MarketWatch Oct. 10, 2025

I can usually see the humorous side of their scoldings, but it’s easier when somebody else is being raked over the coals.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank




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