The idiom "tickle the ivories" originates from the fact that piano keys are often made of ivory, and when playing the piano, the pianist's fingers "tickle" or gently touch the ivory keys. This expression is a playful and colloquial way to refer to playing the piano, often with a sense of enjoyment or skill.

What is the origin of the idiom "tickle the ivories" and when to use it?

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to [tickle] the ivories

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