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stoke

[stohk] / stoʊk /
VERB
fuel
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It’s also raised fears that parched landscapes could stoke wildfires.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

When he stepped inside the ropes on Thursday, McIlroy was finally able to lock in and stoke the competitive fire which has fuelled his outstanding career.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The results come as Nike looks to stoke a turnaround, including efforts to rebuild its wholesale channel, grow its running business, clear out old inventory and refocus on the performance sportswear it’s known for.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda joined a growing chorus of officials pledging to monitor the yen closely, as the Middle East conflict continues to pressure the currency and stoke inflation concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The potatoes I'd been expecting have apparently either been clarified to an essence or were used to stoke the grill.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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