fuel
US /ˈfjuː.əl/
UK /ˈfjuː.əl/
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燃料
material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power
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The car runs on unleaded fuel.
這輛車使用無鉛燃料。
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They are exploring alternative fuels for heating homes.
他們正在探索用於家庭供暖的替代燃料。
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動力, 刺激, 素材
something that sustains or encourages a feeling or activity
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His anger provided the fuel for his passionate speech.
他的憤怒為他激情的演講提供了動力。
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The rumors provided fresh fuel for the gossip.
謠言為八卦提供了新的素材。
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助長, 加劇, 刺激
sustain or inflame (a feeling or passion)
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The protests helped to fuel public anger.
抗議活動助長了公眾的憤怒。
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His words only served to fuel her resentment.
他的話只會加劇她的怨恨。