tick

Example Sentences

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Just a few months ago, the prospect of Paul facing Joshua seemed fanciful, but he has now ticked that off his wishlist.

From BBC

The median rent across Los Angeles ticked down for the third consecutive month, dipping to $2,183 in November.

From Los Angeles Times

Although the company topped earnings and revenue expectations, the stock ticked lower in after-hours trading Thursday, reflecting investors’ disappointment over declining profits and lackluster sales in China.

From Barron's

Meta Verified offers Facebook and Instagram users a blue tick, "enhanced" account support and protection from impersonation.

From BBC

When asked about recent tick exposure, the man's wife said he had not noticed any tick bites in the past year.

From Science Daily