Cách sử dụng
The expression "lick your wounds" generally means to recover from a defeat, setback or injury by taking time to heal and reflect on what went wrong. It comes from the idea of an animal who has been wounded and is taking the time to clean and soothe its wounds. You can use this expression in various contexts such as after losing a game or competition, recovering from a breakup or a job loss, or after a physical injury. It's a way of telling someone to take some time to recover and learn from their experiences before trying again.