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in_the_loop_729 to be sassy or arrogant, or to act or speak disrespectfully or inappropriately for one’s age or position The expression is usually used by parents to reprimand (scold) their children.

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TOO BIG FOR (ONE’S) BRITCHES Patty’s mother scolded her, “Listen to me, young lady. You may not speak so rudely to anyone. You’re getting too big for your britches.”His father told the little boy that his behavior was not acceptable in their house. He told the boy he was too big for his britches and he would be punished if he continued to misbehave. People: about people (adjectives)

Id	in_the_loop_729
Idiom	TOO BIG FOR (ONE’S) BRITCHES
Definition	to be sassy or arrogant, or to act or speak disrespectfully or inappropriately for one’s age or position
Examples	Patty’s mother scolded her, “Listen to me, young lady. You may not speak so rudely to anyone. You’re getting too big for your britches.” His father told the little boy that his behavior was not acceptable in their house. He told the boy he was too big for his britches and he would be punished if he continued to misbehave.
Extra Info	The expression is usually used by parents to reprimand (scold) their children.
Category	People: about people (adjectives)

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