oily

Example Sentences

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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

The finished dish is buttery and oily in all the right ways.

From Salon • May 1, 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

Proudman recommends washing your hair every other day if your hair is very oily or you use a lot of product in it.

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

The water was cool but not icy, and it had an unpleasant taste, at once bitter and oily, or so they would have said at home.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien