flicks

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In the video, the snake flicks its tongue, a common sensory behavior used to detect chemical cues in the air and identify nearby prey or potential predators.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Former Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino specialised in this, with Wirtz and Ekitike following suit, knitting together slick moves, often through diagonal passes or clever flicks.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

In addition to his work in television, Ransone starred in several Hollywood films, including horror flicks "It: Chapter Two" and "The Black Phone."

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

Hodge and Athanaze then combined for a 61-run partnership with the latter playing a series of nice drives and flicks as he looked to find form.

From Barron's • Dec. 20, 2025

Dad flicks his hand, and a rope made of light appears in his grasp.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas