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1.
Generalneutral
- To bite or pinch lightly, as an animal or a person might.
2.
Generalneutral
- To pursue or harass closely; to follow or press closely behind.
3.
Generalneutral
- To affect slightly or cause minor discomfort, especially of cold or irritation (e.g., an external force that causes a stinging or chilling sensation).
4.
UKUSAustraliainformalcolloquial
- To take a small drink of an alcoholic beverage.

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