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diesel

[dee-zuhl, -suhl] / ˈdi zəl, -səl /
NOUN
diesel engine
Synonyms


NOUN
locomotive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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And it’s not just diesel: Climate change, inflation and tariffs have all caused the base of Italian food — the humble tomato — to skyrocket nearly 40% over last year.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

The prices index increased to its highest level since August 2022, with diesel, gasoline, and oil frequently mentioned as rising.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The average diesel price has dropped 15.5 cents last week, to $5.437 a gallon.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

"The conflict has impacted energy prices globally, and has already affected home heating oil, petrol and diesel prices."

From BBC • May 29, 2026

To conserve fresh water the men were allowed just two showers a week, and their own growing stench added a nauseating layer to the reek of diesel fuel.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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