1
as in to oil
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction
make sure you grease the pan before you put the batter in
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2
as in to facilitate
to free from obstruction or difficulty
your help might grease the complicated adoption proceedings
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Recent Examples of grease
Researchers at Dawn noticed that typical suds from Dawn Platinum deflated too quickly, which led to grease redepositing on large batches of dishes.
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Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2025
Conservatives see in such a report only a vast political machine greased with the millions that each month line the pockets of federal jobholders.
—Marquis William Childs, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
The Eagles, meanwhile, aim to make their city’s police force grease the light poles for a parade because the fanbase is made up of deplorable animals.
—Tony Maglio, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2025
Unsalted butter: For greasing the skillet to cook the onions and mushrooms.
—Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2025
Conservatives see in such a report only a vast political machine greased with the millions that each month line the pockets of federal jobholders.
—Marquis William Childs, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
The Eagles, meanwhile, aim to make their city’s police force grease the light poles for a parade because the fanbase is made up of deplorable animals.
—Tony Maglio, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2025
Unsalted butter: For greasing the skillet to cook the onions and mushrooms.
—Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grease
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After washing and drying, experts recommend oiling a wood cutting board to prevent drying and splitting.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Mar. 2025
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Best described as a lip gloss stick, this assortment of high-shine jellies delivers high-octane, non-sticky shine with the nourishment of a balm via ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and mango oils.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2025
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Al-Ansari confirmed that while Qatar has been working with the U.S. since 2022 to facilitate dialogue between Washington and Kabul in the more than three years since the deadly takeover, this is the first time the White House has directly engaged with the Taliban government.—
Caitlin McFall,
Fox News,
21 Mar. 2025
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Final Advice While advanced analytic techniques are uncommon in CX practices today, CX programs and leaders should challenge themselves and find a path to facilitate, collaborate, or expand the CX mandate to pursue a more quantitative approach that will prepare them for the future of CX.—
Forrester,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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That evening there will be food trucks, a gear waxing clinic and a talent show spotlighting attendees who sign up to perform their unique skills.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
The Denver Post,
18 Mar. 2025
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Dermatologists wax poetic about changing your skin care routine with the seasons.—
Mary Honkus,
Glamour,
15 Mar. 2025
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Although scattered rain showers are expected to track across western North Carolina later this morning, this will not be enough of a wetting rain to bring relief to dry fuels.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2025
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To start, wet your hands with water, then apply enough soap to cover your hands and rub them against each other.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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Chondroitin sulfate lubricates the eye to keep the cornea moist and clear during surgery.6 Some eye drops or contact solutions may contain chondroitin sulfate to reduce corneal swelling and irritation.7 More research is needed on chondroitin sulfate's effects on eye health.—
Elizabeth Barnes,
Verywell Health,
31 Mar. 2025
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Replacing that lubricating oil more often than the normal maintenance schedule suggests may help your differentials last longer and work more efficiently.—
Wes Siler,
Outside Online,
2 Mar. 2025
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“Grease.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grease. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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