After the heated debate, Maria poured oil on troubled waters by offering a sincere apology, and the team quickly reconciled.

When deadlines loom, the boss operates under the rule that squeaky wheels get oiled, so the loudest complaints are fixed first.

To diffuse the board meeting's tension, she decided to cast oil on troubled waters by proposing a compromise.

To mend the fragile partnership, she tried to pour oil on troubled waters by offering concessions and sincere apologies.

The pharmacy stocked various brands of cod-liver oils for the winter.

The market offered a wide selection of virgin olive oils from different regions, each with a distinct aroma and acidity.

The health store stocked several varieties of cod liver oils, each claiming different benefits for bone and joint health.

At dusk, the oilbird skimmed silently between the forest palms, its fruit-laden beak telling of a night spent foraging.

Grandma kept several oilcloths folded neatly in the pantry to protect the shelves.

At dusk, oilbirds emerged from the cave to feed on ripe fruits in the forest canopy.