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adjective

Definition of slickednext
as in slick
having or being a surface so smooth as to greatly reduce traction area roadways, slicked with ice, were absolutely treacherous for driving

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slicked

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verb

past tense of slick
as in greased
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction slicking the bottom of their skis with wax

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  1. slick
  2. slippery
  3. greasy
Adjective
  • Ultimately, his victims would begin to figure out what was going on, and the slick façade would fracture.
    Suzanne Seggerman, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Think of Lightroom without the slick workflow features.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
Definition of slick
Adjective
  • Jacobs-Jenkins—who loves the Gothic, not to mention the slippery business of representing oneself onstage—is clearly having a blast.
    Sara Holdren, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Many existing options are either too short, prone to peeling lacquer, slippery when wet or too expensive for daily use.
    Rachel King, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of slippery
Adjective
  • My extremely greasy hair before AirWash. Applying AirWash in sections.
    Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 15 Oct. 2024
  • In designer gowns, over greasy burgers, the Hiltons showed PEOPLE their duality — a concept further proved by their shopping habits.
    Kyra Surgent, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of greasy
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