licking
Example Sentences
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Akira cried, and as she looked up, she saw the first tongues of orange flame licking the trees along the road.
From Literature
The Patriots defence has been brilliant in the play-offs though, bagging four interceptions off CJ Stroud, and they will be licking their chops going up against such a rusty and inexperienced quarterback.
From BBC
It’s when we enjoy slices of birthday cake to our hearts’ content, savoring every single crumb and licking our plates clean of any frosting.
From Salon
I snarl, licking my shoulder, which throbs with dull pain.
From Literature
Now the leopard is licking their faces, and they are bewildered.
From Salon
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
