Overly smooth Crossword Clue

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Overly smooth Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech
2. smeared or soiled with grease or oil

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SMOOTH (adjective)
1. (music) without breaks between notes; smooth and connected
2. (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
SMOOTH (verb)
1. make (a surface) shine
2. make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing
SMOOTH (noun)
1. the act of smoothing
OVERLY (adverb)
1. to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

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