ticks

"After hiking in the forest, we checked ourselves for ticks to make sure none had attached to our skin. "

"The steady tick of the clock provided a comforting background for the conversation."

"At midday, the long bond is up a tick."

"The game's physics engine updates every few ticks, making movements look smooth and responsive. "

"The microwave counts down the last few ticks before the popcorn is ready. "

"The poison's effect caused two points of damage with each of its five ticks. "

"Indicate that you are willing to receive marketing material by putting a tick in the box"

""After spotting a bright blue indigo bunting in the park, Maria excitedly added another two ticks to her year list." "

"The birdwatcher spotted several ticks in the tall grass near the schoolyard. "

"The old grandfather clock in the hall ticked loudly, keeping time for everyone in the house. "

"The teacher ticks off each name on the attendance sheet as the students arrive. "

"He took the computer apart to see how it ticked."

"The mother tickled her son gently on the arm. "

"During our birdwatching trip, I was excited to tick a Pileated Woodpecker off my life list when I finally saw one in the forest. "

"The old clock's ticks were the only sound in the quiet room. "

"The old mattress ticks were stained and torn, so Mom bought new ones to protect the mattresses. "

"The shopkeeper gave me goods on ticks, promising I'd pay him next week. "

"The local shop ticks groceries to the villagers until payday. "

"The local grocery store ticks her for a few dollars until payday because she's a loyal customer. "

"Tickenhall Drive"