Lick/smack your lips

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verb

To show that you are eager to eat something or looking forward to it.

When he smelled the delicious food, he began to lick his lips in anticipation.
Visual representation of "lick/smack your lips" - To show that you are eager to eat something or looking forward to it.

Often appears as...

  • lick your lips in anticipation
  • smacking your lips at the sight

Usage tips

Colloquial, Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "lick/smack your lips"
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Hungry Anticipation

Use when someone can't wait to eat and shows it by preparing their mouth.

Illustration for Hungry Anticipation
Seeing the cupcakes come out of the oven, the kids licked their lips.
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Metaphoric Hunger

Considered more playful or expressive than the direct statement of hunger or desire.

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He licked his lips at the prospect of the pizza buffet.
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Non-verbal Cue

Often accompanies a physical gesture that suggests hunger or craving.

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She licked her lips hungrily, eyeing the last piece of cake.
Visual representation of the word "Lick/smack your lips"

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