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The Clue

Petrol, e.g. (4 letter answer)

The Answer

FUEL

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Notes

The answer FUEL is uncommon, appearing about once every 450 puzzles.

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Definition

FUEL as a noun:

1. a substance that can be consumed to produce energy; "more fuel is needed during the winter months"; "they developed alternative fuels for aircraft"

FUEL as a verb:

1. provide with a combustible substance that provides energy; "fuel aircraft, ships, and cars"
2. (fuel, fire) = provide with fuel; "Oil fires the furnace"
3. take in fuel, as of a ship; "The tanker fueled in Bahrain"
4. stimulate; "fuel the debate on creationism"