fueling

variants or fuelling
Definition of fuelingnext
present participle of fuel

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fueling Delivering zero-emission fueling operations, the vehicle ensures reliable and efficient fuel transfer. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fueling
Verb
  • Most fusion technologies, as well as nuclear fission, are based on generating heat to power steam turbines, which produce the electricity.
    Jordan Blum, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
  • In a bow drill, a bow moves a string wrapped around the drill shaft, generating faster and more controlled drilling than pushing or twisting by hand.
    Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • During ultra-fast impacts, the metal’s atoms oscillate so vigorously that these physically obstruct the path of deformation, pushing back against the incoming force.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
  • Just as the Dow Jones Industrial Average neared the 50,000 milestone in early January, a producer called to interview me about what was pushing stocks higher.
    Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • In terms of scale, this means that NFPA 855 covers systems as small as a those capable of powering an average American home for one day, all the way up to the largest systems that can provide backup power for entire towns.
    Erin Smith, Boston Herald, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Capable of powering 1 million homes for one hour all at once, the Waratah Super Battery is meant to stabilize Australia’s power grid.
    Interesting Engineering, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • As a 10-time world champion who’s entering her fifth, and final, Winter Olympics, American hockey star Hilary Knight, 35, has played a key role in energizing one of the greatest rivalries in all of sports.
    Sean Gregory, Time, 4 Feb. 2026
  • On the court, Texas men’s and women’s basketball teams drew attention throughout January, with home games energizing fans during conference play.
    Ricardo B. Brazziell, Austin American Statesman, 1 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • In one instance, Cordero met with a foreign national and provided the individual with a passport and visa allowing travel to the United States in exchange for cash, according to charging documents.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2026
  • New infrastructure, such as landing pads and charging stations, will support this growth.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Finnsson added that the costs of using cleaner fuels or electrifying fleets have also prompted resistance.
    CBS News, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
  • During his electrifying performance, Bad Bunny brought out Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga.
    Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • He is accused of firing 11 rounds from a rifle.
    Emerson Clarridge Updated February 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Arthur has had a hand in Alysa’s coaching directly, by firing and rehiring Phillip DiGuglielmo and Massimo Scali.
    Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Paying the tax typically requires selling assets or borrowing against them, triggering capital gains taxes, leverage risks, and further distortions.
    Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Illnesses like the flu can also lead to dehydration, triggering headaches and other symptoms.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Feb. 2026

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“Fueling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fueling. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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