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greasy

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the greasy pole (British & Australian)
the attempt to improve your position at work. His ascent up the greasy pole of academic advancement was remarkably quick.
See also: pole

a greasy spoon (informal)

a small, cheap restaurant which mainly serves fried food of a low quality. There's a greasy spoon on the corner of his street where he usually has breakfast.
See also: spoon

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