Since the MDGs were drawn up in 2000, the world's population has expanded from 6.0 to 6.8 billion, 95% in poorer countries. By 2050, the total is likely to be more than nine billion, according to UN estimates.
big lick. English. Etymology. A play on words from big slick (another poker hand) and 69 (an oral sex practice). Noun. big lick (plural big licks) (slang, poker) A Texas hold 'em starting hand involving both a 6 and a 9 of any suit. Nick bluffed him out of that pot with big lick.
a lick with the rough side of the tongue. A harsh or merciless criticism, censure, or rebuke; a severe reprimand. In this expression, lick âa blow or strike, as in a punishmentâ is used figuratively as is rough side of the tongue, with all of its attendant implications. on the carpet Summoned before oneâs superiors for a reprimand; called to account; taken to task; usually in the phrase to call on the carpet.