unlicked cub
Example Sentences
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The unlicked cub of a common constable seemed to eye me the more suspiciously for the flattering form of my address.
From Raffles, Further Adventures of the Amateur Cracksman by Hornung, E. W. (Ernest William)
"Cut it, you unlicked cub, until you can begin to use that half-liter of golop you call a brain," Garlock said, harshly.
From The Galaxy Primes by Smith, E. E. (Edward Elmer)
“Oh, but I thought it was only a snake!” said the youth, with that air of unmistakable self-satisfaction which at once indicates the unlicked cub.
From The Gentleman Cadet His Career and Adventures at the Royal Military Academy Woolwich by Drayson, A.W.
When you came, an unlicked cub, into the world of large affairs it was through us you made the alliances upon which your success is built.
From Destiny by Buck, Charles Neville
She hasn't any people to speak of, and she's up here now with a rotten, unlicked cub of a brother.
From The Dark Tower by Soper, J. H. Gardner