1
as in oiling
to coat (something) with a slippery substance in order to reduce friction
make sure you grease the pan before you put the batter in
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2
as in facilitating
to free from obstruction or difficulty
your help might grease the complicated adoption proceedings
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Recent Examples of greasing
Instead of greasing and flouring the pan, stir together equal parts flour, shortening, and vegetable oil, then brush this generously on the surface of the pan.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
Todd starred in these films for over 20 years, greasing lines all over Wyoming’s Tetons, California’s Sierras, and Alaska’s Chugach mountains that other skiers and snowboarders didn’t even think were ridable.
—Outside Online, 28 Jan. 2026
Foil can stick or tear without greasing.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
Recipes often call for greasing the pan with a thin layer of fat (and sometimes dusting it with flour, cocoa powder or sugar) to help the cake release from the baking pan.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Dec. 2025
Place all the ingredients in blender (except nonstick spray or oil for greasing pan).
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
When making thin-crust pizzas, avoid oiling or greasing the pan; instead, sprinkle some cornmeal or semolina to prevent sticking.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
Todd starred in these films for over 20 years, greasing lines all over Wyoming’s Tetons, California’s Sierras, and Alaska’s Chugach mountains that other skiers and snowboarders didn’t even think were ridable.
—Outside Online, 28 Jan. 2026
Foil can stick or tear without greasing.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
Recipes often call for greasing the pan with a thin layer of fat (and sometimes dusting it with flour, cocoa powder or sugar) to help the cake release from the baking pan.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Dec. 2025
Place all the ingredients in blender (except nonstick spray or oil for greasing pan).
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
When making thin-crust pizzas, avoid oiling or greasing the pan; instead, sprinkle some cornmeal or semolina to prevent sticking.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for greasing
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Prevent rust by cleaning cast iron right after cooking, drying it thoroughly, and oiling it every time.—
Emily Benda Gaylord,
The Spruce,
17 Jan. 2026
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Mohapi adds that oiling a dry scalp works best before washing, not after.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
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Three days later, Attorney General Ken Paxton demanded Austin ISD provide information on attendance, absences, security policies and communications between district staff about the walkouts, accusing the district of facilitating the walkouts.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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If there is evidence of a school system facilitating a walkout, the district will be subject to investigation, which could lead to the district being taken over and a new board of managers being named to replace the existing school board, state officials said.—
Samuel O’Neal
February 4,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Feb. 2026
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Another group, the Arête Glacier Initiative, is investigating the idea of refreezing Thwaites to bedrock by pumping lubricating meltwater out from its base or drawing heat away with passive heat pumps.—
Christian Elliott,
The Atlantic,
31 Jan. 2026
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The train ended up partially in the water, releasing diesel and lubricating oil into the river and spilling coal on the banks.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
21 Dec. 2025
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To water from the top, pour water over the soil, avoiding wetting the leaves.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
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After years without accidents, Maria started wetting her pants and her bed.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Greasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greasing. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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