greasy spoon
Example Sentences
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He told the man he was looking for a job and the man, who worked for a loan company, told him he should buy the little greasy spoon.
From Los Angeles Times
She maintains an eclectic list of favorite L.A. eateries, from greasy spoons to elevated Italian and American spots.
From Los Angeles Times
In a greasy spoon just off the New Jersey Turnpike, two men sit down for coffee.
From New York Times
Casual diners ordered meatloaf and burgers at the local greasy spoon.
From Los Angeles Times
The greasy spoon’s sandwiches are unexpectedly delicious, but as a workplace, it’s not healthy; in fact its toxicity is operatic in scope.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
