Slippery stuff Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Sunday, July 23, 2023 · 30-Down
Appeared in 3 New York Times Crosswords between May 1995 and July 2023.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 23, 2023 · 30-Down · 4 letters
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a substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery
noun
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