refine

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It would take a month to refine the oil and deliver the diesel, which would be enough to cover demand for about two weeks, he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The price of Brent crude has been bouncing around north of $100 a barrel, though U.S. shale blends trade at a steep discount in part because they are more costly to refine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

All parties will have an opportunity to refine their legal arguments as cases brought by individuals, school districts and states wind through the courts.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

It is also a founding member of the VPN Trust Initiative and collaborates with cybersecurity expert Troy Hunt to refine breach response protocols and educate users on data safety.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

“That’s a trigger for her. But she’s learning. Being out of the system forced her to refine those social skills on her own.”

From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore