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noun • a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water • oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist • a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons • any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants verb • cover with oil, as if by rubbing • administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing | ||||||||
| 38% | 8 | Deceitful in speech or behavior | ||||||
adjective satellite • unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech | ||||||||
| 26% | 11 | Unctuous or cloying demeanor | ||||||
noun • excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm • smug self-serving earnestness | ||||||||
Unctuous Speech Crossword Clue
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OIL which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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OIL
Updated: October 10, 2023
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