He said some pretty harsh things to her, but she got in a few 'licks' herself. [=she also said some harsh things to him]
The players knew they would win and were 'licking their chops' as they waited for the game to start.
The movie has 'taken its licks' from the critics. [=has been harshly reviewed by the critics]
(..) The weather has alreay begun to turn. That is why it is critical to strike soon while the victor still licks his wouns. Surely your Uncle Kevan coul muster a force. My Uncle Kevan has all the courage of a kitchen mouse. Ser Jaime, then. (..)2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken Season: 5 Episode 6