Greasy
Greasy adjective - Having or being a surface so smooth as to greatly reduce traction.
Usage example: that wet tarmac road is greasy enough to send the car into a skid
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Synonyms for Greasy
Soapy is a synonym for greasy in slimy topic. In some cases you can use "Soapy" instead an adjective "Greasy". informal substitute
Soapy
Soapy adjective - Overly or insincerely flattering.
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Both words in one sentence
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While it did make the dishes look clean, it backfired when for weeks afterward, anything eaten or cooked with those dishes wound up having a greasy, soapy taste. Oops.
Source: Magic Music -
Wizards also tend to be greasy, presumably because they melt in soapy water.
Source: Wizard Classic
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