diesel
Example Sentences
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FedEx and United Parcel Service are adjusting their fuel surcharges weekly based on diesel prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Shipping costs are climbing for online sellers as carriers such as FedEx and UPS pass along the rising price of diesel.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
The new prices mark an increase of 42.7 percent in petrol prices and 54.9 percent in the price of diesel.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
Speaking on Wednesday, Anthony Albanese said the conflict had driven the biggest spike in petrol and diesel prices in history, and households were already feeling the strain.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
The truck driver slammed the door and started the diesel engine.
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
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