grease
noun
the melted or rendered fat of animals, especially when in a soft state.
are greasing
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present progressiveof grease.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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We might conclude that colleges are greasing the gears of social mobility, which have slowed as of late.
From New York Times ● Apr. 7, 2018
That's why crews from city are greasing light poles with Crisco to prevent Eagles fans from climbing them in celebration.
From Golf Digest ● Jan. 21, 2018
They realize it is foolish to penalize the investors who are greasing their skids.
From Time Magazine Archive
