Phrasal Verb - Shaping or forming something carefully and thoroughly

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Definition

"Lick into shape" is a phrasal verb meaning to shape or form something carefully and thoroughly, often using effort and persistence, as if using a tongue to shape a substance. This can be applied to various situations, such as shaping clay, refining a plan, or improving a skill.

Examples

No.	Example
1	The potter spent hours licking his clay into perfect shape before firing it.
2	The chef licked the dough into shape before baking it into a delicious loaf.
3	The team worked tirelessly to lick their strategy into shape for the upcoming game.
4	The sculptor spent days licking his marble statue into the desired form.
5	The teacher licked her students' behavior into shape, turning them into well-mannered children.
6	The artist licked her painting into shape, adding final touches and refining the details.
7	The politician licked his speech into shape, rehearsing it over and over until it was perfect.
8	The athlete licked his technique into shape, practicing until he mastered the move.
9	The chef licked his sauce into shape, adjusting the seasoning until it was just right.
10	The musician licked his performance into shape, perfecting every note and rhythm.