crude
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What fabulous representatives these are of the country that Europe once looked upon with gratitude and respect: clownish, crude and stupid all at once.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
The steep cut comes as China, the world’s largest crude oil buyer, drastically lowered crude imports as weaker refining activity and lower refined-product exports weigh on domestic operations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The attacks sent crude prices surging more than five percent as hopes dimmed on any imminent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Saudi crude pricing is closely monitored by traders as a key indicator of the kingdom’s outlook on regional demand.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Hymir held his drinking cup above his head, and the giants cheered and laughed and made faces at Thor with all their heads, along with crude gestures.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
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