gas-fired
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of gas-fired
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Project Kilby will use an on-site gas-fired power plant fueled by Chevron’s natural gas, initially without a grid connection.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
Another big contender, Exxon Mobil, late last year partnered with NextEra Energy to develop a 1.2-gigawatt gas-fired power plant that could come equipped with carbon-capture technology.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
One feature of UK energy prices is that the price of gas often dictates the price of electricity, as gas-fired power stations are often the bit of energy that helps supply meet demand.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
The company is also advancing its push to build AI data centres, announcing plans in March for a major new gas-fired power plant in the US state of Ohio to supply them with energy.
From Barron's ● May 13, 2026
Holmes joined the Huntley Manufacturing Company, of Silver Creek, N.Y., which began to build the Monitor gas-fired direct-flame coffee roasters.
From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)
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