lick
Example Sentences
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"But the larger ants seemed to seek the attention of the smaller ants by first visiting their nests and then allowing the small ants to lick and nibble all over them."
From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026
Already, the club’s lush greenery looks like it could use a lick of paint.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
England will lick their wounds after yet another crushing defeat by Scotland, but even if a potential Grand Slam has gone, they still have a championship to play for.
From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026
Until high school, I didn’t speak a lick of any language other than English — save for some rudimentary Spanish counting and what little of Spanish and French that kids pick up through the media.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026
Instead, I put back the letter and vouchers the way they were, lick the envelope, and seal it closed.
From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle
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