gassing

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Some travelers say they can’t afford not to travel, however, so they’re putting all options on the table — from booking rail tickets to gassing up their cars.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 8, 2025

Last week, the UN's High Commissioner for Human Rights urged a halt to the execution, saying that gassing Smith could amount to torture or other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment under international human rights law.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2024

The Commanders entered the year aiming to contend for the playoffs, gassing up the car despite warning lights flashing at several key positions.

From Washington Times • Dec. 3, 2023

The shelter-in-place order was lifted Tuesday night, but officials reinstated the order Wednesday morning, saying gassing occurred as crews tried to remove the load.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 15, 2023

They idled at a stoplight, and Kendra stared at an overweight woman gassing up her minivan.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull