sucking

Example Sentences

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These costs have been catching employers off guard, especially with the increased use of agentic AI sucking up tokens.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

“I’ve been a doer all my life. I don’t like to sit around sucking my thumb. I like to resolve problems.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

The Appalachian springsnail is basically a tiny aquatic cow that mows over algae and other organic matter, sucking them up and extracting whatever nutrients it can.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

But it has devolved into the worst sort of public spectacle; reporters sucking up to politicians and celebrities for greater access — a chance to be part of a crowd they’ll never join.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

A baby girl medium, sucking on candy, seemed to drift about the room seated in her high chair.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock