Pronunciation: /fjuːəl/
noun a material such as coal, gas, oil, or wood that is burned to produce heat or power
A1 Planes need fuel to fly.
A2 The car ran out of fuel on the highway.
B1 Alternative fuels like biodiesel are becoming more popular.
B2 The factory uses a lot of fuel to power its machinery.
C1 Fuel efficiency is an important factor to consider when buying a new car.
C2 The country is looking for ways to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels.
verb to supply or power with fuel
A1 I fuel my car with gasoline.
A2 She fuels the fire with wood.
B1 The company fuels its growth through strategic investments.
B2 The controversial speech fueled the debate even further.
C1 The media's coverage of the event fueled public outrage.
C2 His passion for music has fueled his successful career as a composer.
formal The airline company uses jet fuel to power their airplanes.
informal Make sure to fill up the car with fuel before we hit the road.
slang I need to grab some gas to fuel up the car.
figurative Positive feedback can fuel motivation in the workplace.
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