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Sticky fingers is a term often used to describe someone who is prone to taking things that do not belong to them without permission. It can refer to stealing or pilfering items in a sneaky or underhanded manner.

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Where did the phrase sticky sticky no sticky no sticky come from?

I read in Readers Digest a long time ago that it was a Native American saying about snow conditions but I remember it as "sticky no sticky no sticky sticky". And meaning if the snow is sticky and can be made into a snowball it won't be around long, and if it is not sticky, not able to be made into a snowball, it will be around for awhile.


Is oil sticky?

Yes, oil is sticky because it has a high viscosity, which means it has a thick and sticky consistency.


How do you get really sticky glue off your fingers?

You can try using some oil-based substances like olive oil or coconut oil to help break down the stickiness of the glue on your fingers. Rub the oil onto your fingers and let it sit for a few minutes before washing with soap and water. You can also try using rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer to dissolve the glue.


Is sticky the analogy for glue?

Yes, sticky is an adjective used to describe things that adhere to surfaces. Glue is a type of adhesive substance that makes things sticky, so in that sense, sticky can be considered an analogy for glue.


Why are sticky ends called sticky?

Sticky ends are called "sticky" because the single-stranded overhangs created by certain restriction enzymes can bind to another DNA molecule with a complementary overhang, leading to the joining of the two DNA molecules. The complementary pairing between the sticky ends creates a temporary connection, similar to how something sticky adheres to another surface.