oily

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A slightly sweet, oily scent, redolent of old workshops or antique paraffin lamps.

From BBC • May 3, 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

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

It comes with two dressings, but I usually just do the sort of lemony kind of oily dressing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2025

The undertaker answered his questions in an oily, unctuous voice.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers