lapping

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Three-time Masters champion Gary Player might turn 91 later this year, but on Wednesday he was still high-kicking his way around Augusta and lapping up another chance to play in front of the patrons.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Now, she’s drinking hot beverages—and even has her dogs lapping up warm water, which she said has cured her dog Coco’s stomach issues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

Wingstop management has characterized the decline as cyclical rather than structural, noting that part of the weakness stemmed from lapping two years of exceptionally strong results.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

Later, the sound of the lake's waves lapping against the side of Luzardo's house competes with the sizzle of hot oil.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

The weather turns warm, the chirping of the birds grows louder, and the lapping water is music to my ears.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer