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shticks

noun

variants also schticks or shtiks

plural of shtick

as in acts

a performance regularly presented by an individual or group his shtick as a falling-down drunk isn't funny to people battling alcoholism

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Recent Examples of shticks Why do these shticks elicit such delight? — Elise Broach, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026

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Sweet Auburn Music Fest The Sweet Auburn Music Fest features up-and-coming acts, timeless R&B and gospel stars, alternative greats and more, as well as an international food court and art vendors.

— Mary Caldwell, AJC.com, 22 Sep. 2026
They’ll also be invited to participate in an online Battle of the Bands, a March Madness bracket-style poll that will begin with 16 acts.

— Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 22 Sep. 2026

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