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Fuel

/fjˈuəl/
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(noun) Substance consumed to provide energy through combustion, or through chemical or nuclear reaction.

Don't shout at the crying child. It only adds fuel to the fire.
The cost of flying overseas has risen with the cost of fuel.
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The car's engine requires high-quality ____ to run efficiently and avoid any mechanical problems.

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