greasier; greasiest
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: containing an unusual amount of grease
greasy food
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Examples of greasy in a Sentence
My doctor told me to avoid greasy food.
that wet tarmac road is greasy enough to send the car into a skid
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However, a dirty pillowcase could contribute to greasy locks.
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Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
Avoid greasy, spicy, highly processed, and fast foods, especially those with strong smells.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025
The goal is to stay away from anything pore clogging, greasy, or oil-inducing and protect my skin from the sun.
—Shalwah Evans, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
Ceramic cookware: Similar to nonstick pans, spray can leave a greasy residue on ceramic surfaces.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
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Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
Avoid greasy, spicy, highly processed, and fast foods, especially those with strong smells.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025
The goal is to stay away from anything pore clogging, greasy, or oil-inducing and protect my skin from the sun.
—Shalwah Evans, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
Ceramic cookware: Similar to nonstick pans, spray can leave a greasy residue on ceramic surfaces.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for greasy
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“Greasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greasy. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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