stoke
verb (used with object)
to poke, stir up, and feed (a fire).
will stoke
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future tenseof stoke.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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The prospect of a new leader will stoke uncertainty over the economic direction of the country.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 12, 2026
Some traders worried high oil prices will stoke inflation, encouraging the U.S.
From Reuters ● Sep. 28, 2023
She mentioned children and parents who have spoken repeatedly during this year’s session against the bills, saying they will stoke fear among trans youth and other students.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 29, 2023
National Rail is banking its online rewards scheme will stoke new enthusiasm, by subtly replacing recollections of crowded commuter journeys, with images of a more leisurely experience.
From BBC ● Jan. 26, 2022
The latest arrest will stoke speculation that Pyongyang wants to use the detainees as bargaining chips to water down the punishment for that test.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 22, 2016
