Lick Quotes
Words about grit, flattery, and refusing to be worn down.
These lick quotes turn a small, physical word into something bigger — the toughness to outlast a setback, or the flattery of people who fawn over whoever holds power. For more lines on wit and endurance, see Jerome K Jerome quotes.
Chasing revenues that don't have good earnings doesn't help us or shareholders one lick.
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People who bite the hand that feeds them usually lick the boot that kicks them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the phrase 'lick' mean in these quotes?
Here it's used idiomatically rather than literally — to overcome an obstacle, to not care about something ('not one lick'), or to describe flattering someone in power.
Are these quotes about determination?
Several are, focusing on outlasting outside pressure and refusing to be beaten down by circumstance.
Is there a quote about flattery here?
Yes — one line compares currying favor with someone powerful to licking the boot of a person who has just kicked you.
Who are these quotes attributed to?
A mix of public figures and writers reflecting on grit, flattery, and human nature.
Can I use these quotes for captions?
Yes, they work well as short, punchy captions about resilience or calling out flattery.
Some entries here poke fun at courtiers and flatterers, while others are simply about shrugging off doubt from outsiders. Pair them with Etta James quotes for more soulful straight talk.
