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Evidently a lubricating wad had been imperfect, and dampness had reached the powder Like others of our ungulates, wild sheep are great frequenters of "licks"--places where the soil has been more or less impregnated with saline solutions.

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  1. transitive verb To pass the tongue over or along: lick a stamp.
  2. transitive verb To lap up.
  3. transitive verb To lap or flicker at like a tongue: The waves licked the sides of the boat.
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  • He explains to Jim and Greg that while it may be unlikely that the members of Coldplay sat around jamming to Satriani's guitar licks, a jury might still feel they had access, even unconsciously. —  APM: Sound Opinions on Demand
  • When Presley's studio musicians couldn't replicate Reed's guitar licks, the producer brought in the man himself. —  Route 66 Guide
  • Some guitar players can shred and amaze with fast licks, and there are others who can say everything with one powerful note. —  Cleveland Scene
  • Fogerty ran the stage from end to end, ripped wonderful, signature country-rock licks, and engaged the crowd. —  Expecting Rain
  • But Sands "proceeded to continue the licks," according to Garner. —  Deadspin
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