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fossil fuel

[fos-uhl fyoo-uhl] / ˈfɒs əl ˈfyu əl /
NOUN
fuel derived from prehistoric organisms
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Manifold had replaced Helge Lund, who departed after a major reset at the British energy giant that saw it shelve carbon-reduction targets to focus on fossil fuel output.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

This creates a dilemma for countries rethinking their reliance on fossil fuel, following the second energy crisis in four years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

According to the Sierra Club, more than 85% of renewable energy sources now cost less than fossil fuel sources.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

It came into force in 2024, together with a prohibition on fossil fuel adverts.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

To Joel, sustainable organic farming means using this free solar energy instead of fossil fuel energy.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan




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