oiled

Example Sentences

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That noise you’re hearing is popcorn poppers getting oiled up and ready for intense duty: The Seattle International Film Festival is drawing near.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 17, 2024

Place in a large oiled bowl, turning to lightly coat, cover with a tea towel and allow to rise until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.

From Salon • Mar. 12, 2024

One bird — a Brandt’s cormorant — that had been oiled died over the weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2024

"Bring back the days when everyone was well oiled and being rock stars," concluded Ally Fothers.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2024

I was like the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz when he needed to be oiled.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks