fueling
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present participleof fuel.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
fuelnouncombustible matter used to maintain fire, as coal, wood, oil, or gas, in order to create heat or power.
Example Sentences
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The secrecy and lack of transparency around McConnell is fueling all sorts of understandable questions.
From Salon ● Sep. 17, 2026
A resilient job market may be fueling inflation in the services sector.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
These studies are fueling the idea that Shingrix is a wonder vaccine.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026
“I think there’s something about that that is fueling our joy of ‘Star Trek.’
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Blind rage flowed through Fadi, fueling a sudden burst of energy.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
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