Orange flames licked the sides of the stove.

Meaning: The burning parts of the fire touched the outer edges of the appliance used for cooking or heating.

Choice of Words: Licked means to touch something with your tongue. Flames are the burning part of a fire. Sides are the outer edges of something.

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