What are licorice sticks? (28 characters)

Licorice sticks are a popular gummy candy flavored with licorice root extract. They come in various colors and flavors, and the shape has been modified over time. Licorice root is also used as an herbal remedy and a substitute for cigarettes. “Licorice stick” can also refer to a clarinet in music slang. A licorice stick […]

What’re mozzarella sticks?

Mozzarella sticks are a popular appetizer or snack made by slicing mozzarella into thin sticks, dipping them in beaten eggs and breadcrumbs, and frying or baking them. They can be served with tomato-based dipping sauce and come in different shapes. Variations include gluten-free and vegan options. Breaded and fried mozzarella pieces, mozzarella sticks are long […]

What’re hair sticks?

Hair chopsticks, modeled on chopsticks, are used to hold hairstyles in place. However, using actual chopsticks for hair styling is culturally insensitive. Kanzashi, a family of hair stick styles in Japan, can be found in Japanese markets and department stores. Hair sticks are popular for styling hair. Hair chopsticks are a form of hair stick […]

What are Collapsible Sticks? (28 characters)

Collapsible sticks are foldable alternatives to traditional stiff sticks for support while standing or walking. They offer advantages such as easy storage and transport, and are available in various designs. Collapsible sticks are foldable devices that are an alternative to the more traditional stiff sticks that have been in use for centuries. Like the traditional […]

Origins of “Sticks like a sore thumb”?

The idiom “sticking out like a sore thumb” means something is clearly out of place. It originated in the 16th century and was popularized in the Perry Mason novels. A sore thumb is noticeable due to its protective position and risk of re-injury. Other cultures have their own idioms for things out of place. When […]

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