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fueled

  • past participle of fuel.
  • past tense form of fuel.

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Rio Tinto raised its interim dividend after reporting a 47% jump in first-half profit, fueled by higher commodity prices, increased production, and productivity gains.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 29, 2026

Within a few short weeks, an ongoing outbreak of Cyclospora, a foodborne parasite that can contaminate raw fruits and vegetables — and lead to several unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms — has fueled a nationwide panic.

From Salon Jul. 25, 2026

It also fueled his irritability and erratic behavior, she said.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

The weather has begun to dry out the landscape and in some parts of the state fueled wildfires.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

If my fifteen-second engagement to Stuart is what spurred Mother’s will to live, the fact that I’m single again fueled her strength even more.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett