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Discover LudwigThe phrase "to oil" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used when referring to the act of applying oil to something, typically for lubrication or maintenance. Example: "Make sure to oil the hinges on the door to prevent them from squeaking."
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to oil
noun
Liquid fat.
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And we are addicted to oil.
How to oil it and treat it.
Airline stocks, sensitive to oil prices, rose.
The mayor prefers to oil his guillotine.
Then he turned to oil.
For services to Oil and Gas Infrastructure.
"What will happen to oil prices?
"Sani Isla has said no to oil.
Money is likely to oil the deal.
"Certainly, they are used to some exposure to oil.
When it comes to oil spills, evidently, not at all.
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