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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
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
Hannah Malach, InStyle, 22 May 2026
Anika Reed Latin music superstar Maluma opted for a dapper Tom Ford suit with his hair slicked back into a bun, blowing USA TODAY a kiss before exiting the carpet.
—Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 20 May 2026
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum wore her hair slicked back in a low bun, dark black eyeliner to bring out her eyes, and a light pink lip.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Everything is more, slicked with oil, studded with garlic, vivid and electric.
—Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Both the goat and chicken versions are equally well executed, their deep ochre sauces slicked with oil and fragrant with onions, peppers and thyme.
—Restaurant Critic, Houston Chronicle, 6 May 2026
Her hair was wet and slicked back with her ends hidden under a sculptural Maison Margiela Artisanal gown.
—Essence, 5 May 2026
When hunger hits, chef Aaron Bludorn’s Perseid (one of Bon Appétit’s Best New Restaurants of 2025) delivers—linger over a golden-hour dinner of duck frites slicked with chili-mango glaze and a martini at the bar.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 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
Adjective
The main event, though, is the ski room—where ski butlers furnish guests with state-of-the-art skis before sliding them onto the slicked Jardin Alpin piste with or without an instructor.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
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
Amelia and Eliza slicked back their long blonde hair into coordinating ballerina buns, accessorizing with jeweled earrings from Sahag Arslanian.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 22 May 2026
Anika Reed Latin music superstar Maluma opted for a dapper Tom Ford suit with his hair slicked back into a bun, blowing USA TODAY a kiss before exiting the carpet.
—Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 20 May 2026
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum wore her hair slicked back in a low bun, dark black eyeliner to bring out her eyes, and a light pink lip.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Everything is more, slicked with oil, studded with garlic, vivid and electric.
—Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Both the goat and chicken versions are equally well executed, their deep ochre sauces slicked with oil and fragrant with onions, peppers and thyme.
—Restaurant Critic, Houston Chronicle, 6 May 2026
Her hair was wet and slicked back with her ends hidden under a sculptural Maison Margiela Artisanal gown.
—Essence, 5 May 2026
When hunger hits, chef Aaron Bludorn’s Perseid (one of Bon Appétit’s Best New Restaurants of 2025) delivers—linger over a golden-hour dinner of duck frites slicked with chili-mango glaze and a martini at the bar.
—Carrie Honaker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slicked
Adjective
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Anti-slip textures improved grip on slick surfaces, while integrated crampons provided extra traction on hard ice.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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He was soon joined by South African singer Tyla for her slick verse.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
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There is a temptation to expand the view of this ruling, to look at the slippery slope that has been legally greased and pontificate about how this will lead to the further damnation of college sports.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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With the turf greased by his players, who had emptied their water bottles in anticipation, Glasner slid through the guard of honour on his belly to mimic his celebration after winning the Europa League with Eintracht Frankfurt in 2022.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The hatching doesn't last a long time, but during it, the bugs can cause slippery road conditions.—
Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Mowing wet grass is risky due to slippery conditions, soil compaction, uneven cuts, and increased fungal infection risk.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Cavallari posted a clip of her and her oiled-up, bronzed six-pack in action on Instagram.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Don't use water on raw or oiled wood surfaces.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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For greasy buildup, use a drop of grease-cutting dish detergent on the cloth and lightly scrub, then wipe the soap away with a damp cloth.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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With continued use, the lightweight, non-greasy formula helps invigorate roots, improve blood flow, and minimize shedding.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
10 June 2026
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“Slicked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slicked. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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