Example Sentences

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But in her 30s, she spun away from acting again, to focus on Juliette and the Licks.

From New York Times • Dec. 27, 2021

Locals may recognize shots of the Willamette River, the Fifty Licks ice cream shop and Portland’s White House bed and breakfast.

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2021

Lewis discussed acting, acting out and when to shift one’s focus away from all the drama, as well as what’s up with her band, Juliette and the Licks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2020

Following the breakup of the Hot Licks, Mr. Hicks went on to record more than a dozen albums and was acknowledged for his influence on other musicians such as Tom Waits and Elvis Costello.

From Washington Post • Feb. 8, 2016

He was over about the Salt Licks somewhere.

From "Old Yeller" by Fred Gipson