oily

Example Sentences

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“Upon the honor of my name, good Rupert,” the miller said in his oily voice, “I’ve given what is fairly yours. It always seems less after the grinding.”

From Literature

"You don't have oily hair like I do."

From Literature

Skunks spray an oily liquid from glands underneath their tails as a defense.

From Literature

I reached for one, tore its outer pulp off with my teeth, and sucked the oily juice.

From Literature

When it comes to helping players' recovery, oily fish, nuts and seeds are top of the menu.

From BBC