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The book was filled with tawdry details, such as an anecdote about how Andrew licked the arches of her feet and shared a bath with her.

Oscar licked the poor robot’s face and Jad leaned in close.

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Imagine my surprise when, instead, I saw her wicker dresser fully engulfed in flame, the fire licking up the wall.

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The New York City mayoral candidates got in their last licks Wednesday night at the final debate before the Nov. 4 election, with the three contenders taking jabs at their opponents.

With a run of six matches in the next three weeks - including a Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Rangers - there is no time for Celtic to lick their wounds.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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