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oiling



NOUN
lubrication
Synonyms
STRONG
WEAK
grease job greasing lube job lubing


Example Sentences

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I learned that oiling the blade prevents humidity from tarnishing the steel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 23, 2025

While Roy takes care of the heavy machinery, Alfie looks after the sanding and oiling.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2024

Once cooled, take it out, preheat the oven again to 450 and repeat the oiling and baking process three to four more times.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2023

Inspired by the Southeast Asian ritual of hair oiling, this serum contains three simple, organic ingredients: sunflower oil, jasmine oil and amla extract.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2022

She visualized the mother braiding it, her fingers oiling it with pomade before dividing it into sections with a wooden comb.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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