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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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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Recent Examples of slicked
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
Watts wore a navy blue sparkly dress paired with black mules and a slicked back hairstyle.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Sam Blum, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Her blonde bob was slicked back, while her makeup consisted of pink eyeshadow, rosy blush, and a frosty mauve lip.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 8 Apr. 2026
When Upton and Verlander opted for a home theater rather than a proper dining room, Ruggiero conjured a moody lounge slicked in a blackberry paint, festooned with heavy velvet curtains, and crowned by a graphic Iksel wallpaper.
—Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Duffy slicked them flat at Saint Laurent, and Turner kept them lacquered at Hermès before sending bouncy bombshell iterations out at Alexander McQueen.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
When slicked with oil over high heat, the morsels crisp into a textural marvel, jumping a long way from their original sticky form.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Kate Hudson Kate Hudson’s signature free-flowing blond hair was slicked back into a wet updo on Sunday.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 23 Feb. 2026
The wontons, pleated with precision, arrive steamed and slicked with mild chili crisp.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Light rain slicked the pavement in San Diego’s East Village neighborhood on a recent morning, forcing some homeless people to scatter while others huddled under tents or slept through the drizzle.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Outside the Grand Rex theater in Paris, the 36-year-old actress arrived in a slicked bob and a bold red lip.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
Watts wore a navy blue sparkly dress paired with black mules and a slicked back hairstyle.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
Delaportas was a short and stocky man in his 60s with gray, slicked back hair.
—Sam Blum, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Her blonde bob was slicked back, while her makeup consisted of pink eyeshadow, rosy blush, and a frosty mauve lip.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 8 Apr. 2026
When Upton and Verlander opted for a home theater rather than a proper dining room, Ruggiero conjured a moody lounge slicked in a blackberry paint, festooned with heavy velvet curtains, and crowned by a graphic Iksel wallpaper.
—Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Duffy slicked them flat at Saint Laurent, and Turner kept them lacquered at Hermès before sending bouncy bombshell iterations out at Alexander McQueen.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
When slicked with oil over high heat, the morsels crisp into a textural marvel, jumping a long way from their original sticky form.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Kate Hudson Kate Hudson’s signature free-flowing blond hair was slicked back into a wet updo on Sunday.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 23 Feb. 2026
The wontons, pleated with precision, arrive steamed and slicked with mild chili crisp.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Light rain slicked the pavement in San Diego’s East Village neighborhood on a recent morning, forcing some homeless people to scatter while others huddled under tents or slept through the drizzle.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slicked
Adjective
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Brenden Aaronson could not finish a slick Leeds counter, denied by the outstretched boot of Robert Sanchez in the Chelsea goal.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pretty slick defensive play by the 2025 AL Platinum Glove recipient.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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With the title in their grasp, the Ducks have greased up their fingers, fumbling into a four-game winless slump.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Crew Module side hatch cover is removed, and the seals are greased, cleaned and inspected before the 500-pound hatch door is shut and latched using special tools, including a socket wrench and ratchet.—
Miles Doran,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Weather in SoCal this week Rain is expected to hit Southern California, enough to create slippery conditions for the Tuesday afternoon commute in Los Angeles County.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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This is just another example of a very vocal minority getting their way while the rest of us normies stand around and scratch our heads, wondering how the slope got so damn slippery.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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If your tofu sticks, the pan likely wasn’t hot enough (or oiled enough).—
Claire Saffitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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Routine Maintenance for Your Butcher Block Keeping butcher block properly oiled is one of the best ways to protect it from wear and bacteria.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Lehkonen is a crease-crasher, a garbage collector and a pest, a greasy goal waiting to happen.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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The water- and sweat-resistant formula holds up during long days outside, while the lightweight finish stays comfortable without pilling or turning greasy.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Slicked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slicked. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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