slick
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A small jar of drained capers, some lightly crushed with the side of a fork, suspended in a generous slick of olive oil.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Burning the oil, a technique known as an in situ burn, can prevent the slick from expanding.
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
After a largely dull opening 18 minutes, Glasgow sprang to life with a slick move that set Dempsey free up the touchline.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Her eyes are accentuated with a slick of winged black eyeliner.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Out stepped the driver, dressed in a slick black suit and tie.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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