oily

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Other possible symptoms can include weight gain, difficulty getting pregnant, oily skin and thinning hair.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

Videos posted to social media have shown apocalyptic scenes of a burning liquid oozing down the street, and the persistent smoke has prompted complaints of a “black rain” that leaves an oily residue.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

The finished dish is buttery and oily in all the right ways.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

These targets can be achieved by eating more oily fish, such as salmon or mackerel, or through supplementation where needed.

From Science Daily • Dec. 9, 2025

Something heavy and oily squirmed in my stomach.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon