as in to grease
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction
used a petroleum based machine oil to lubricate the gears
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Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
Proper hydration helps to lubricate joints, aids waste elimination, improves skin, and enhances cognitive function.
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Follow the manufacturer's directions for lubricating the elliptical if there is friction.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2025
This time ensures lubricating oil reaches all of the engine's vital parts.
—Jalen Williams, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
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Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
Proper hydration helps to lubricate joints, aids waste elimination, improves skin, and enhances cognitive function.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025
Follow the manufacturer's directions for lubricating the elliptical if there is friction.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2025
This time ensures lubricating oil reaches all of the engine's vital parts.
—Jalen Williams, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
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“Lubricate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lubricate. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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