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
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
Lipa’s hair was slicked back into a tight bun, complemented by a soft, understated makeup look.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 15 Feb. 2026
The tonkotsu broth is velvety, an opaque off-white slicked with black garlic oil.
—Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 31 Jan. 2026
Jenner completed the look with minimal jewelry — earrings and a ring — and wore her hair slicked back in an updo.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Jude Law was spotted on the set of Wild Things with long, slicked back blonde hair.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 16 Jan. 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
Her hair was slicked back, and her makeup was dewy and glossy with a deep nude lip.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
Lipa’s hair was slicked back into a tight bun, complemented by a soft, understated makeup look.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 15 Feb. 2026
The tonkotsu broth is velvety, an opaque off-white slicked with black garlic oil.
—Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 31 Jan. 2026
Jenner completed the look with minimal jewelry — earrings and a ring — and wore her hair slicked back in an updo.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Jude Law was spotted on the set of Wild Things with long, slicked back blonde hair.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slicked
Adjective
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This showpiece for Swire Hotels’ House Collective (also in Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu) is as slick and sophisticated as ever—an original design hotel that’s true to its label.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The American hockey player Megan Keller’s slick move to pull the puck past a Canadian defender and score in overtime during the gold-medal game, adding another unbelievable moment to the two teams’ long and perfect rivalry.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
22 Feb. 2026
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But while London is a machine greased by centuries of tradition, Montecito has been a different story, with the couple's reputation facing strong headwinds in recent years.—
Diego Parrado,
Vanity Fair,
18 Jan. 2026
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The most important thing to do is to make sure the pan is well greased and floured for easy removal.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Grime and oil on the road surface mix with water to make the road slippery.—
Mobile Web,
Mercury News,
16 Feb. 2026
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The property brings that slippery ideal much closer to reality, and leading the charge is its Revital Method.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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
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Owners of the 2015 Chevy Equinox LS frequently report engine issues because of oil leaks that cause parts of the engine to not be oiled properly, according to ReRev, a car advice website.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Water Temperature Matters Using cold water to wash dishes is ineffective, potentially leaving a greasy film that traps food particles and bacteria.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
21 Feb. 2026
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Here’s how to clean your air fryer with vinegar to finally get rid of that greasy residue.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Slicked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slicked. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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