Licking and Runaway

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Licking noun - Failure to win a contest.

Usage example: our team took a licking last night, but we'll get them next time

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Runaway is an antonym for licking.

Nearby Words: lick, licked

Runaway noun - Someone who flees from an uncongenial situation.

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Licking is an antonym for runaway.

little licking

little runaway

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