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hydrofracking

American  
[hahy-droh-frak-ing] / ˈhaɪ droʊˌfræk ɪŋ /

Etymology

Origin of hydrofracking

hydro- 1 + alteration of fracturing

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Prager is blessed to have connections with Dan and Ferris Wilks, who are hydrofracking multi-billionaires.

From Salon Aug. 14, 2023

He subsequently became an outspoken environmental activist, arguing that the process of extracting gas via hydraulic fracturing — or hydrofracking — contaminates water with dangerous chemicals.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 29, 2019

Teachout attracted the support of environmentalists after pledging to outlaw the hydrofracking of rural parts of the state.

From The Guardian Sep. 10, 2014

They were greeted by a small group of protesters opposed to hydrofracking.

From New York Times Sep. 9, 2014

“New York State was supposed to have hydrofracking just like every other shale-rich state,” Teachout told reporter Nancy Scola last week.

From Slate Sep. 9, 2014

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