grease

Example Sentences

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"You can even see the grease on the walls where the rats tend to rub along with all the rubbish."

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Today, they are still used in consumer and industrial products because they repel water, grease, and stains and can tolerate heat and corrosion.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

The U.S. helped grease the wheels of global commerce, expanding trade and providing security.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

Officials also created preapproved designs for homes that aim to grease the path for residents to speed through the permitting process.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 7, 2026

As Moss ascended the front steps to the school, he glanced at the grease, grime, and years-old gum lining the concrete and railings.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro