heat up
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Some oil CEOs say pressure on the industry could heat up if the price rally continues.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
"Gasoline prices are already back above June levels, meaning the next inflation report will heat up again," said Ipek Ozkardeskaya, senior analyst at Swissquote Bank.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Although sodium-ion batteries cost more than lithium ones, Mossburg said their battery systems still save customers money: The technology does not heat up like lithium, so it eliminates the need for expensive cooling technology.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
But scientists warn the intensity and frequency of global extreme weather events will increase as the planet continues to heat up because of fossil fuel emissions.
From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026
I covered my oven with palm fronds to heat up.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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