. . . . . . . . . . "A character, usually (but not always) a kid, is dared to place his tongue on a flagpole (or other metal object) in sub-zero temperatures. The tongue becomes stuck to the flagpole and Hilarity Ensues. Truth in Television. The saliva on your tongue will freeze on contact with a cold surface if it's cold enough, and it's possible to lose your tongue to severe frostbite. Better not try it. Of course, if you breathe on it enough or get some hot water, that isn't a problem. Examples of Tongue on the Flagpole include:"@en . . . . . . . "Tongue on the Flagpole"@en . "A character, usually (but not always) a kid, is dared to place his tongue on a flagpole (or other metal object) in sub-zero temperatures. The tongue becomes stuck to the flagpole and Hilarity Ensues. Truth in Television. The saliva on your tongue will freeze on contact with a cold surface if it's cold enough, and it's possible to lose your tongue to severe frostbite. Better not try it. Of course, if you breathe on it enough or get some hot water, that isn't a problem. Examples of Tongue on the Flagpole include:"@en . . . . .