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hickeys vs hickies

The plural of "hickey" would be "hickeys." (Note that this word is not really suitable for polite conversation.)
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Last updated: December 10, 2017 • 105314 views

hickeys

This phrase is not correct. Don't use it.

This is not really a suitable word for polite conversation.
  • I thought women our age didn't give hickeys anymore.
  • Those are not the fun kind of hickeys.
  • Having gotten my share of hickeys in high school, I developed some patented cover-up methods.
  • [Sighs] Most importantly, I-I'm confused about your hickeys,
  • Hickeys, jaws, and... snakes?
  • I noticed the hickeys, then I remembered at the morgue, Mr. Coroner here was wearing distressed- suede ankle boots.
  • - He has these hickeys on his neck.
  • I want his kids to have hickeys.
  • Coming home with hickeys, lying all the time.
  • I got so many hickeys I look like a leper.
  • After a brave negotiation that ended with a $35 check written by us to their lawyer, the Hickeys agreed to sit down with Inside Probe.
  • With public opinion against them, a confession, and a lawyer with a law degree from Haiti, the Hickeys looked to be going away for a long time.
  • I swap hickeys with a drunk woman after groping my abs and calling me Mr. LA.
  • Those are not the fun kind of hickeys.
  • Having gotten my share of hickeys in high school, I developed some patented cover-up methods.
  • If I die from these fumes... you'll make sure and cover up the hickeys on my neck?
  • The Hickeys will be right back.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • marks of physical affection

hickies

This phrase is not correct. Don't use it.

This is not the correct plural of this noun.
  • HICKIES responsive lacing system is made from a memory-fit elastomer that moves with your feet while providing the comfort and stability to keep you one step ...
  • A hickey, also known as a kiss mark or love bite, is actually a kind of bruise. Hickies result from kissing or sucking the skin too hard, causing broken capillaries ...
  • Customize your footwear with these colorful and innovative Hickies! This elastic shoe lacing system is perfect for keeping your feet safe and secure in your ...
  • LACES OUT, HICKIES IN! Never tie or untie your shoes again. Turn your kicks into slip-ons. Ditch the bows and customize your kicks.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • hickeys

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