imported

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It produces crude, but declining output and limited refining capacity leave it dependent on imported gasoline and diesel, much of it from the United States.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Last year, the region relied on the Middle East for roughly 60% of its imported oil.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

As the peatlands restoration manager with Ulster Wildlife, Devenney said the time has come to look for alternatives to imported coir logs.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Fuel prices rose by up to 30 percent in March, while the pound has shed around 15 percent of its value since the war began, pushing up the cost of imported seeds and feed.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“El Producto Cigars, my dear. I had them imported from Spain,” Sammy said suavely.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy